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Ninjutsu/Questions Answered by Expert Joe Maurantonio
| Subject | Date Asked |
| Training for speed | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: i just researched a lot read all bruce lee books appllied them all but i cant get the lightening ... A: Years ago, I read an article by Bruce Lee and M. Uyehara called "Bruce Lee's Speed Training." It was ... | |
| Stealth | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: can u tell me additional ways to dissappear in plain sight...ive already fooled my fiance several ... A: In the martial arts we sometimes speak of "hiding in plain sight." The concept is to basically blend ... | |
| Speed of techniques | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: I understand that Taijutsu training begins with planned defense training against slow punches, to ... A: One of my student's teaches his classes, "Speed kills." Our Bujinkan classes take you through many ... | |
| I would like to learn Ninjutsu | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: I would like to lean ninjutsu, but I am afraid that I might be too old to start training. My brother ... A: You are never too old to begin training in ninjutsu! The best thing you can do is look for a ... | |
| learning Ninjutsu | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: you are the only qualified instuctor above all here so sir iwant to know 1)is jujutsu a part of ... A: Your original question was: "2) daito ryu aiki jutsu a part of ninjutsu so have not study it ... | |
| learning Ninjutsu | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: you are the only qualified instuctor above all here so sir iwant to know 1)is jujutsu a part of ... A: Nishant. The Bujinkan martial arts include a variety of jujutsu, koppojutsu and other unarmed and ... | |
| Samurai and ninjas | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: sir i want to know 1.what art did samurai use in unarmed fighting 2.what art they use in sword ... A: Nishant, Thank you for your questions. Mainly, the Samurai used the unarmed skills of Jujutsu ... | |
| ninja scabbard | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: I have seen in movies,tv programs,video games etc the ninja carry their swords (in scabbards) tied ... A: Japanese swords fit snugly into their sheaths. It is rare that the weapon will simply slip out. To ... | |
| Ninja Water Walking | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: Its that Truth ? Can Ninja can run on Water, maybe its a Fiction A: Obviously, the ninja could not walk on water without the help of special equipment. The "Mizugumo" ... | |
| ninjutsu | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: sir is there anyway that you could build a dojo here at the Philippines because i want to continue ... A: Over the years, I have received many requests to open schools, offer seminars and accept students ... | |
| ninjutsu-need your help | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: i am going to take some martial art class. my parents want me to chose between wushu and ninjutsu. i ... A: These three schools base their lessons on training handed down from Toshitsugu Takamatsu, the 33rd ... | |
| ninjutsu-need your help | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: i am going to take some martial art class. my parents want me to chose between wushu and ninjutsu. i ... A: Unlike many modern martial arts, ninjutsu is non-competitive. Based on the protection of self and ... | |
| ninjutsu stealth, speed and agility | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: can you pleas tel me how i can train my speed, stealth and agility so that i can combine them into ... A: Legend has in that the ninja trained in gymnastic exercises from a very young age. In modern times, ... | |
| Defending against regular (not lunge) punches... | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: I'm a member of a Bujinkan Dojo, but sadly for many reasons I havent been able to assist in some ... A: Bruce Lee is quoted as saying, "Before I learned martial arts, a punch was just a punch and a kick ... | |
| Oiling | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a question about oiling my katana. I have ran out of choji oil, and wont be able to get any ... A: Please, do not use vegetable or corn oil on the katana because they can go rancid and attract dust ... | |
| what my taijutsu instructor is saying | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: what is my instructor saying as we bow to him during startup of class & end of class? It's in ... A: At the beginning of most Bujinkan (and some affliated schools) the teacher begins class by saying, ... | |
| punching | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: Why use a lunge punch when training when nobody punches like that and it is easier to defend ... A: This punch is one of many striking styles (cross-punching, jabs, uppercuts, etc.) we practice. ... | |
| Which is effective? | 7/10/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering how much more effective Ninjutsu is from other martial arts...and I've also heard it ... A: Ninjutsu is a very effective method of self protection. But where some arts stress grappling, speed, ... | |
| Ninjutsu / Taijutsu | 6/30/2008 |
| Q: Mr Maurantonio, I am a practitioner of both Kendo and Judo with several years of training in each. ... A: First off let me also thank you for being a part of our military. I admire your decision to join and ... | |
| where | 5/18/2008 |
| Q: just wondering, where can i find a good teacher in the nyc area? A: On the surface that may seem like a simple question, but having spent 25 years in this martial art ... | |
| Queries | 3/24/2008 |
| Q: My name is David, I'm 16 years old, and ok in physical fitness. I have a good understanding of ... A: David, It seems to me that you have thought through much of what you feel would benefit your needs ... | |
| Jui Jitsu or Kung Fu | 2/2/2008 |
| Q: Is their another martial art (Ju jitsu or Kung Fu) similar to ninjitsu in application and ... A: Marshall, Thank you for your question. Before I answer I feel I need to inform you that besides my ... | |
| Ninja arts vs samurai arts | 1/30/2008 |
| Q: The samurai emphasized jujitsu because it was centered around the idea of doing battle in body armor ... A: In my understanding of the ninja warrior arts, the main emphasis has been toward perserving; ... | |
| Striking points | 1/3/2008 |
| Q: Can you translate or tell me about these striking points? Jinzo, Danchu, Menbu, Kyokei Thank you A: These kyusho (vital points) that you mention can often refer to different areas depending on the art ... | |
| ninjutsu | 11/28/2007 |
| Q: Why is ninjutsu not allowed in tournaments? And do you know of any authentic ninjutsu teachers in ... A: As far as I know, no tournament (Ultimate fighter, Pride, K1, etc) bans the participation of ... | |
| Hi (ninja run) | 11/10/2007 |
| Q: Joe Is there a ninja run like I always see in video games where a ninja makes a hand sign and puts ... A: Ninja "hand signs" are more often referred to as kuji-in. Kuji-in is a mental method of focusing ... | |
| martial arts training | 10/26/2007 |
| Q: I have recently been doing some research about martial arts, looking for something practical as a ... A: In lieu of your reasons for training I would say that Bujinkan ninjutsu could be a perfect fit as ... | |
| ninjutsu answers | 10/13/2007 |
| Q: in what ways did ninja kill samurai when the samurai where wearing there armor does kuji-in have an ... A: Andrew, Thank you very much for your questions. If I understand your first question correctly, ... | |
| training genbukan ninpo | 7/17/2007 |
| Q: . i am a 29 year old male from northern ireland and i have been training in genbukan ninpo for 6 ... A: Ronan, Firstly, I am a member of the Bujinkan, so while I'm not an expert in the Genbukan, I may ... | |
| Ninjutu techniques | 4/21/2007 |
| Q: Can you please tell me more about the techniques of ninjutsu. Are there more kicks or punches? ... A: Ninjutsu begins with an emphasis on winning without fighting. These lessons include the study of ... | |
| Ninjutsu | 4/16/2007 |
| Q: I was wondering if there were any books or sources where I could learn more about genjutsu? I have ... A: Genjutsu, or the arts of illusion (disguise, diversionary tactics, escaping bondage, misdirection, ... | |
| ninjutsu | 2/8/2007 |
| Q: how r u?i would like to know 1)difference between ninjitsu and ninjutsu ,and 2) origin of these ... A: The only true difference between the two (ninjutsu versus ninjitsu) is of spelling. The appropriate ... | |
| Ebooks | 1/6/2007 |
| Q: Got any websites for ebooks on Ninjutsu? i wanna exand my knowledge A: Saad, Thank you very much for your question. Unfortunately, there are no ebooks that I can ... | |
Joe Maurantonio
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Expertise
I can answer questions about ninja and samurai history, tradition, philosophy and training. This includes queries about ninjutsu skills, taijutsu (unarmed lessons), budogu (weapons lessons), warriorship, and my personal experiences with the martial arts. [Please, No Private Questions.]
Experience
Bujinkan budo taijutsu
Togakure ryu ninjutsu
Gyokko ryu kosshijutsu
Koto ryu koppojutsu
Kukishinden Happo Biken,
Takagi Yoshin ryu jujutsu
Shinden Fudo ryu dakentaijutsu,
and more...
Organizations
Bujinkan Dojo Shidoshi Kai Instructors Association (1991 - present)
American Shidoshi Kai (see www.shidoshikai.com ) (1997 - present)
Publications
Ninja Magazine [Writer] (1986)
Sanmyaku USA [Associate Editor] (1992-1997)
Ninpo: Wisdom for Life [Book Publisher, available Amazon.com] (1998)
Kihon Newsletter (1999-2003) [Writer, available kihon.com/newsletter]
Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Arts Degree
Master of Arts Degree
Awards and Honors
Shidoshi Instructors license (1991)
Shihan title (2003)
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