Arrowheads

Various types of arrowheads were used throughout Japanese history.

Shuko

Worn on the palms and used as a weapon and a tool. In the picture is a hand forged iron shuko made by a Japanese maker. Although it was made in recent years it is fundamentaly similar to those used before the modern period.

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Bo shuriken

There are many types of bo shuriken. The shuriken vary according to shape and length. The bo shuriken is one among a number of types of projectiles. It is most effective from a distance of up to four meters but could be thrown from longer distances depending on one's skills.