Tanto Jitsu

The tanto is the small knife that the samurai carried sometimes in place of the wakazashi. the ability to use this smaller knife was essential for the warrior and many samurai clans also trained the women in its use. in this video over 60 forms are demonstrated of the Yoshida clan by the Soke system. This is the most complete and comprehensive record of authentic tanto-jitsu ever documented of an art in danger of extinction,performed in traditional setting and costume. The cover is original work by Soke Angier. 38 minutes.