In martial arts, passion as the Source of Training Motivation. This “heat of passion” transforms training from a mechanical repetition of techniques into a journey toward mastery. Without this energy,… Read More »Passion as the Source of Training Motivation

This text about don’t forget about solo training summarizes a chapter from Masaaki Hatsumi’s “Hiden Togakure Ryū Ninpō.” It emphasizes the importance of solo training in martial arts, drawing on… Read More »Solo Training, don’t forget it – A Vital Part of Martial Arts Mastery

Introduction to the Four Worlds of Mastery The Four Worlds of Mastery In the disciplined and deeply philosophical world of Bujinkan, the journey from novice to master involves more than… Read More »四習界 Shishūkai: Four Worlds of Mastery

In the realm of stealth and strategy the Ninja once harnessed 海蛍 Umi Hotaru, sea-fireflies (Vargula hilgendorfii) a remarkable natural phenomenon as a nighttime guide. This essay delves into their… Read More »海蛍 Umi Hotaru: The Ninja’s Nighttime Guide

Introduction In December 1998, I had the incredible opportunity to attend Daikomyosai, a martial arts event held in Japan. Daikomyosai, also known as Taikai, is an annual gathering of martial… Read More »Daikomyosai – December 1998: A Glimpse into the Bujinkan World