Having spent time studying ninjutsu (under the Bujinkan dojos), I have long wanted to put a list like this together. Here I look at some of the historic myths and even some of the ridiculous modern myths that have sprung up about this truly fascinating art. Ninjutsu is a serious martial art - it is nothing like the movies portray, though its history does explain partly the reason that so many “mystical” myths have arisen over the years.
10. Ninjas Are Mythical
Myth: Real ninjas are a myth
9. Ninjas And Swords
Myth: As a matter of course, Ninjas caught swords with their bare hands
8. Ninjas Wore Masks
Myth: Ninjas wore masks when fighting and black clothes; it is their uniform.
7. Ninjas Vanished
Myth: Ninjas were able to vanish
6. Ninjas and Pressure Points
Myth: Ninjas can’t kill just by touching
5. Ninjutsu - the name
Myth: Ninjutsu refers to fighting methods
4. Shuriken: killer stars
Myth: Shuriken (throwing stars) are used to kill at a distance
3. Ninja Weapons
Myth: Ninjas only use ancient Japanese weapons
2. Ninja Strength
Myth: Ninjas need to be strong and fast
1. Pirates Versus Ninjas
Myth: Pirates are better than ninjas
Read the details of the myth here.
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