--- In Hit_Harder_Now@yahoogroups.com, john wagner
<brownbelt1111111@y...> wrote:
> hi smoke, ive herd a lot about the ninjutsu. but mostly from the
moives. i have read a couple articles by steven hayes. how about some
facts about your style. not just the smoke bombs. ha ha. johnw

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Hi John,
Unlike many more public systems, ours is a family tradition, mostly
taught to those who are affliated with us,so we often do things a bit
differently, although on a similar vein, than many other schools and
systems.
Ninjutsu is a collection of unothodox methods and approaches,
ecclectic in nature, and which encompasses many different techniques
and fighting arts. Historically used by a people who were persecuted
by the more popular and state sanctioned religions and military ruling
elite of ancient Japan. Over time, due to suffering constant defaets
against such a people, Samurai lords saw the benefit of having 'ninja'
work for them, instead of against them, and many of these warriors
were taken into service to assist the lords(Daimyo) in endeavors or
stealth, infiltration, espionage, sabotage, and if need be,
assassination. The lords would often promise to elevate ninja to the
status of Samurai, or to protect their villages in return for the
ninja's help.
In modern times, the most popular surviving versions of ninjutsu are
either reconstructions, or from a few remaining schools that have
initially went underground and teach in private. The most recognizable
schools being collectively taught as Bujinkan, Genbukan, or Jinenkan.
There are those few others who are not so interested in teaching the
public however, and most of these are simple family heritage
traditions, similar to ours.
Once, Ninjutsu was likened by those who feared or resented it to
terrorism and dishobnorable tactics.
So often even still, there is a reputation that follows with it.
The movies are largely innaccurate and focus on the more flashy,
scary, and awe inspiring parts of Ninjutsu. But most of this seen in
movies are inappropriate and paint a wrongful picture.
Ninjutsu was called 'The Art of Assassination', but in truth, it is
more the art of survival and overcoming against adversity, be it
actual combatives or social. It is a lifestyle, and not really a hobby
or sport. Usually, the techniques are lethal. But that largely depnds
upon the practitioner and their mercies given.

The unarmed combat systems were mostly comprised of Taijutsu(an
archaic form of Jujutsu) and Japanese Kempo. Taijutsu is defined
as 'Body sciences or methods' and one's Taijutsu may differ than
anothers. But usually they have a common base application.
In Ninjutsu, there are many many weapons used and studied as well,
some classical, and others unorthodox. Explosives, smoke and flash
devices, blinding powders, and poisons(as well as medicinal healing
herbs), Genjutsu(sorcery), and divination were all part of the greater
sciences, which many are not taught in todays more public schools.
This being because of either the instructors own personal religion, or
culture. Then again, there is the possibility that some do not know
the ancient skills, so cannot teach them, or will not out of risk of
coming under scrutiny of a governmentally lead witch hunt seeking for
potential terrorists. So discretion is always important when dealing
with such things. It's not for everyone and some have their
preferrences, and that which they are better suited to. Certain
informations and truths about Ninjutsu's inner workings are often
hidden from the casual observer.
But, you can check out our website which may give you some idea of
what we do and what we study.

Stay safe, and have fun!
Arashi

"Do what is right, always. Live peacefully and quietly. Respect the
rights of others and let them be. If you are attacked without
provocation, purge them of the land to the last."
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