Weapons of Ryukyu Kobujutsu
 
 

Tekko

Used as modern knuckle-dusters, tekko were usually spoked for additional damage.
Although a close-combat weapon, the tekko can be very dangerous in the hands of an experienced fighter.


Kama

Originally a tool used for harvesting, the kama can also be a dangerous weapon.


Tonfa

The tonfa is a piece of wooden block with a handle perpendicular to the longer surface of the block.
Originally a tool used for pounding, it can be used as an extension of a punch, swung by its handle, or used to trip your opponent.
Can be used to block weapons of certain destructive strength.


Sai

The sai is a very versatile weapon that can be used used for stabbing as well as hitting.
It can also be used to intercept and break a sword with its arms.


Rochin & Tinbe

The rochin & tinbe is more of a counter-attack weapon.
After blocking or deflecting an attack with the tinbe, the fighter can use the rochin to stab his opponent.
The tinbe can also be used to block the opponent's view during an attack.


Nunchaku

Made famous by Bruce Lee in his movies, this powerful weapon is banned in some countries.
Usually a 2-piece weapon, some are made in 3 pieces.


Kusari-Gama

The kusari-gama is a small sickle with a long thin chain. It can cut enemy, or tangle enemy's limbs.
It is also used to disarm by tangling the enemy's weapon with the chain. Though it requires some training, it has long reach.
The word kusari means "chain,'' and gama means "sickle.''

The manriki-gusari ( also known as Fundo-Gusari ) has a weight instead of sickle.
Though the weight is not so heavy, it can have a large amount of kinetic energy by swinging rapidly.
 
 
 

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