The Way of the Ninja: Secret Techniques

The essence of ninjutsu, explored by the world's most famous living ninja grandmaster.

In his classic work Masaaki Hatsumi reveals the hidden secrets and truths about this mysterious and fascinating Japanese martial art. He looks at the traditions, training, and techniques, then shows how this knowledge will lead readers to an understanding of two essential principles: that ninjutsu is the very foundation of the martial arts; and that ninjutsu illuminates its true spiritual significance. Now in paperback, the book features detailed demonstration photos, sidebars on many topics related to ninjutsu, and new material by Hatsumi explaining the relevance of ninjutsu in today's world.

Author: Masaaki Hatsumi
Publisher: Kodansha
Published: 03/05/2019
Pages: 224
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.60lbs
Size: 10.20h x 7.50w x 0.70d
ISBN13: 9781568365916
ISBN10: 1568365918
BISAC Categories:
- Sports & Recreation | Martial Arts
- Sports & Recreation | Reference
- History | Asia | Japan

About the Author
Born in 1931, Masaaki Hatsumi progressed through various martial arts before meeting his mentor Takamatsu Toshitsugu. He studied with Toshitsugu for fifteen years, becoming the 34th Grandmaster of Togakure-ryū Ninjutsu and eight other arts, which Hatsumi unified into the Bujinkan system. While traveling the world, teaching thousands of individual students as well as law enforcement professionals, he received numerous accolades from politicians and spiritual leaders of many nationalities. Hatsumi continues to teach and hold workshops on ninjutsu.