To the modern observer, the image of a Samurai often begins and ends with the katana. But to the warriors of feudal Japan, the blade was merely an extension of a much deeper discipline. Samurai fighting arts, collectively known as Bujutsu , were a sophisticated blend of physical lethality and spiritual fortitude.

A state of mind where the warrior is free from fear, anger, or ego. In this state, movements become instinctive and fluid, allowing the Samurai to react to an opponent’s intent before the physical move even begins.

"The Gentle Art." These were grappling techniques used when a Samurai was disarmed or fighting in close quarters where a long weapon was useless. 3. The Ritual of Training

The spirit of the Samurai fighting arts reminds us that the greatest victory is not over an external enemy, but over one's own weaknesses and fears.