--- product_id: 52768730 title: "True Path of the Ninja: The Definitive Translation of the Shoninki (the Authentic Ninja Training Manual)" price: "¥7770" currency: JPY in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/52768730-true-path-of-the-ninja-the-definitive-translation-of-shoninki store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # True Path of the Ninja: The Definitive Translation of the Shoninki (the Authentic Ninja Training Manual) **Price:** ¥7770 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** True Path of the Ninja: The Definitive Translation of the Shoninki (the Authentic Ninja Training Manual) - **How much does it cost?** ¥7770 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/52768730-true-path-of-the-ninja-the-definitive-translation-of-shoninki) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description True Path of the Ninja is the first authoritative translation in English of the Shoninki the famous 17th century ninjutsu manual. Authors Antony Cummins and Yoshie Minami worked closely with Dr. Nakashima Atsumi, author of the most comprehensive modern Japanese version of the Shoninki , thus making this English translation the closest to the original scrolls. The information and insights found in this translation are invaluable for understanding the skills, techniques and mentality of the historical shinobi. Whether it involved tips for surviving in the wild, advice on intelligence-gathering techniques, or methods for creating chaos in the enemy camp, this ninja book unveils secrets long lost. Along with its practical applications, this book is an important guide to the mental discipline that ninjas must have to ensure success in accomplishing their mission. True Path of the Ninja is covers the following topics: What is a ninja and what equipment does he need. The skills of infiltration and information gathering. How to distrupt and distract the enemy. How to be mentally prepared to carry out ninja misions In addition to the translation of the Shoninki , this book also includes the first written record of the oral tradition "Defense Against a Ninja" taught by Otake Risuke, the revered sensei of the legendary Katori Shinto Ryu school of swordsmanship. Sensei reveals for the first time these ancient and traditional teachings on how the samurai can protect himself from the cunning wiles of a ninja. About this new edition: This second edition contains a new introduction by the translator, and has been thoroughly updated to reflect developments that shed new light on the original Japanese text." Review: A must have for any serious student of Ninjutsu! - When researching the real history of the Shonobi no Mono (aka Ninja) and what they actually did, Antony Cummins is an absolute must! True Path of the Ninja is the genuine article. Translated from the Shoninki (written in the late 1600's) it is ram packed with useful information and gives a clear window into the shadowy world of Medieval Japanese Espionage! Review: Fascinating read! - Fascinating read! The book is in excellent condition and was delivered promptly. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 412,047 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 569 in Eastern Mystical Philosophy (Books) 828 in Martial Arts (Books) 927 in Fitness Training | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 478 Reviews | ## Images ![True Path of the Ninja: The Definitive Translation of the Shoninki (the Authentic Ninja Training Manual) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81EZKQgmRzL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A must have for any serious student of Ninjutsu! *by G***E on 19 May 2017* When researching the real history of the Shonobi no Mono (aka Ninja) and what they actually did, Antony Cummins is an absolute must! True Path of the Ninja is the genuine article. Translated from the Shoninki (written in the late 1600's) it is ram packed with useful information and gives a clear window into the shadowy world of Medieval Japanese Espionage! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fascinating read! *by C***N on 21 February 2021* Fascinating read! The book is in excellent condition and was delivered promptly. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Shoninki is perhaps the most highly regarded of the ... *by K***R on 9 November 2015* The Shoninki is perhaps the most highly regarded of the historical ninjutsu manuals. This is a must have for anyone interested in the ninja, samurai or medieval japan. 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