Bujinkan Japanese Glossary
The Japanese names used in Bujinkan training — what they mean and how they are applied in practice. Learn the terms, then come train them.
- Bujinkan — the warrior\u2019s house of nine traditions
- Budo Taijutsu — the martial way body art
- Soke — headmaster of the lineage
- Shihan — master instructor
- Ukemi — receiving body (rolling/falling)
- Kihon Happo — eight basic forms
- Ma-ai — distance and timing
- Tai sabaki — body shifting
- Atemi — striking and pressure
- Gyaku — reverse / joint lock
- Nage — throw
- Buki — weapon
Study the meanings, then put them into practice in a Sunday class: 12–4pm at Salon Hartwell, Ocala.
Apply it this Sunday
Every Sunday 12–4pm at Salon Hartwell, Ocala, FL · beginners welcome · $40/class · no contracts.