The traditional Ninja had to master and be perfect in 18 basic categories of martial arts called Bugei Juhappan. Some of these warrior skills are still taught at the Bujinkan Dojo.

• Seishin Tekky Kyoyo – spiritual and mental improvement
• Taijutsu – bare-handed combat skills that include techniques and Taihenjutsua, Dakentaijutsua, Koppojutsua and Koshijutsua skills
• Ken jutsu / Biken jutsu – the skill of using the Samurai saber – Daisho, Ninja To –Ninja Sword, Tanto, Kodachi, etc.
• Bo jutsu – skill that includes using different types of sticks and poles
• Shuriken jutsu – blade throwing skill
• So jutsu – skill that includes using and combat techniques of the spear
• Naginata jutsu – skill of using and fighting techniques Japanese halberd
• Kusarigama – the skill of using weapons with blades and with a chain
• Kayaku jutsu – skills in the use of firearms and tools, fire and explosives
• Henso jutsu – disguise and imitation skills
• Shinobi Iri – skills of secret movement, invisibility and ways of entering
• Ba jutsu – riding skills and horsemanship
• Sui ren – water fighting skills: water movements and diving
• Bo ryaku – strategy and tactics of struggle in urban areas and open spaces
• Cho Ho – espionage
• Inton jutsu – the skill of concealment, avoidance, and camouflage, the use of Goton po
• Chi Mon – geography
• Ten mon – meteorology

Guidelines for participation in Bujinkan

1. Bujinkan will only be open to individuals who agree to and follow the Bujinkan Dojo’s rules. Those who do not comply will be denied entry. Only those who have read and agreed to the following guidelines will be permitted to join.
2. Only those with actual patience, self-control, and determination will be permitted to take part. It is necessary to obtain a medical examination report. People with mental disease, drug addiction, or mental instability, in particular, will be prevented from participating. Individuals who may constitute a threat to others, such as those with infectious diseases or illnesses, people with mental or physical impairments, and people who lack self-control, are required to file such a report.
3. People with a criminal record will be turned down. Those who cause issues, have committed a crime, or who live in Japan and break domestic laws will not be permitted entry.
4. Those who violate the Bujinkan’s rules, whether as members of the club or as members of society, by engaging in disgraceful or disgusting behavior, will be expelled. Bujinkan has previously welcomed a huge number of visitors to Japan. Sadly, people who performed violent acts while inebriated, the mentally ill, and those who cause issues by thinking only on themselves and not realizing how their actions could harm others were among them. With their conduct, such people disregarded the Bujinkan’s traditional, righteous heart. All of these folks will be expelled starting today.
5. Accidents that occur during training (both inside and outside the dojo) should not be a source of concern for the Bujinkan. This is a crucial factor to remember. Those who refuse to assume personal responsibility for any mishaps that occur during the Bujinkan training will be rejected. To be clear, Bujinkan will not be held liable for any injuries sustained while training, regardless of location.
6. Everyone who joins the Bujinkan is required to obtain an annual membership card. This card not only maintains respect among Bujinkan members, but it also shows that you are a part of a larger whole – those whose members come together with the heart of a warrior to improve themselves through training and companionship. It extols the virtues of the warrior and epitomizes loyalty and brotherly love.
7. The Bujinkan tradition recognizes the universality and nature of all human existence, as well as the natural flow between the two:

• • • ‘The secret principle of Taijutsu is to know the foundation of peace.
    • Learning is the way to an unwavering heart (fudoshin). ‘

Bujinkan has recently become truly international. There are distinct taboos among the peoples and nations of the world, just as there are different time zones. We must treat one other with respect and endeavor to avoid such taboos. We must prioritize the warrior’s heart while working together to enhance Bujinkan.
Those who do not follow the aforementioned rules will be expelled from Bujinkan.

Masaaki Hatsumi – Soke