Togakure-ryū

Togakure-ryū is a traditional Japanese martial art founded in the 12th century, focusing on ninjutsu, or the skills of shinobi (ninja). It encompasses techniques such as covert movement, stealth, espionage, unarmed combat, weapon handling, and strategic thinking. The art emphasizes adaptability, deception, and efficient use of resources to achieve goals while avoiding detection or confrontation. Togakure-ryū's teachings have been passed down through generations of practitioners, blending practical self-defense with philosophies of discipline and awareness, and it remains influential in understanding historical ninja tactics.