Once a student progresses far enough to have a basic understanding of the various classes of weapons within the art of ninjutsu, study should be extended to other weapons, even those that are not considered “official ninja weapons”. One such weapon is the Kubotan, or self-defense keychain. Although this weapon is quite common both in the martial arts and in the world of self-defense in general, in the hands of a true ninja, it takes on a power that is not easy to duplicate.

The focus of this article is to explore some of the unique “ninja” approaches to using this simple and often overlooked weapon. And, while it may appear that other systems use some of the same methods, I can assure you that the way the technique is applied, or why it is applied, is quite different for the shinobi warrior.

Here are 5 methods to use Ninja’s unique self-protection art Kubotan self-defense keychain:

Approach no. Tip #1 – Against a lapel grab, the ninja can apply abrasive pressure to the small bones on the back of the hand. However, this is not done to break the hold, as is done in most other systems, but rather to use the crushing pain to hold the attacker’s hand. This way you can apply your own attacks while he is busy trying to deal or thinking about anything other than pain.

Approach #2: Against an incoming punch, grab, or kick, the ninja trainee can back up at a long-range defensive angle while simultaneously delivering a bone-shattering blow to the outstretched limb, only to flow back. inside and drive the blunt end of the hard weapon into weak exposed areas on the assailant’s body.

Approach #3: In the midst of what appears to be an unarmed defense to the assailant, the ninja can pull the weapon out of a pocket, belt, or even a friend’s hand to turn the tide with a surprise strategy. While most martial artists and others who study self-defense only focus on the concept of a weapon being “already out,” the ninja knows that drawing an invisible weapon in the middle of a fight can be one of the most dangerous tactics. powerful you can spent!

Approach #4: Instead of actually using the weapon, the ninja can simply show the weapon to their opponent to get their attention. Instead of displaying the weapon, it can also be thrown, thrown, or even dropped as a means of distracting and opening up the attacker’s defenses. This simple move, combined with perfect timing, can allow the ninja to launch a punch, kick, or even another weapon attack while the enemy is distracted and preoccupied with the Kubotan!

Approach #5 – The ninja can also see beyond the “form” of the Kubotan, as a weapon itself. What this means is that the “official” gun can be seen as a model or example. In this way, the ninja is free to employ anything “Kubotan-like” as a weapon. Pens, markers, a knife handle, a metal bolt, even a cell phone or TV remote can be used using exactly the same techniques as if the Ninja were armed with a real Kubotan weapon.