Fletcher Daniel. Japanese Throwing Weapons. Mastering Shuriken Throwing Techniques

Tokyo , Rutland , Vermont , Singapore : Tuttle Publishing ., — 2011 . — 128 p . — ISBN: 978-1-4629-0985-8 Japanese Throwing Weapons : Mastering Shuriken Throwing Techniques is a detailed instruction manual for learning authentic shuriken throwing techniques as practiced in Japan , known as shuriken - jutsu . Daniel Fletcher studied under Japan's most notable shuriken sensei , Yasuyuki Otsuka , of the Meifu Shinkage Ryu and in this knife throwing book he reveals the secrets learned in his years of study and training . Fletcher explains the origins and purpose of the shuriken as a weapon and provides information on the various types of shuriken used by the historic samurai and ninjas . Fletcher's expert instructions , along with over 200 photographs and the enclosed DVD can help anyone become proficient with Japanese throwing techniques . Weapons instruction includes : Shaken Shuriken — The most familiar of the shuriken family , this sharp - edged , star - shaped weapon is the one typically seen in martial arts film ., Bo Shuriken — Shaped like a spike , easy to manufacture , economical , and convenient to carry , this simple weapon is a staple in the arsenal of the Japanese warrior ., Teppan Shuriken — A multi - purpose weapon made from iron plates , it can take a variety of shapes and is used both for throwing or hand - to - hand combat.