Ninjutsu Is NOT What You Think

Today I'm training ninjutsu with Dr. Kacem Zoughari from Bujinkan in Japan. 🥷 If you wanna see martial arts weapons like shuriken and katanas - you're gonna love this episode! Subscribe so you don't miss my upcoming videos.
Big thanks to William "The Swedish Ninja" Ustav for filming and Yari No Hanzo (www.yarinohanzo.com/) for the amazing gift.
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[@KARATEbyJesse]

Deep bow to all my subscribers! 🙏 What should I film next? 📽

[@BOOM-tb6ot]

Training like a samurai

[@pororo9787]

try judo mr Jesse

[@Wazadu01]

Deep bow to you too

[@xXRickGrimesXx]

How about something like a whole new fighting style like maybe www or something like that

[@sheenabedia1618]

What style of karate are you using

[@jasonlorphotofilms]

Let's be real. We all wanted to be ninjas when we were kids.

[@ageutrabucokamargo768]

Todos éramos, só que fomos reabilitados para serem comuns😂

[@thelastgeneration1926]

yes

[@bryce4228]

Then we grew up, and started wanting to be ninjas and not tell people about it.

[@RandomGuyToAnother]

Now we try and fit what type of actual fighter we are in this modern day NOW BROTHER'S LET US GO OUT THERE AND ASSASIN THE CREED!

[@jasontodd6779]

I want to be Batman but then again Batman is a ninja😂

[@julkifsad8699]

So are we not gonna talk about that ending? The way he explained jesse is already learning ninjatsu by gathering knowledge and information because its a big part of the art. Made my jaw drop.

[@thetalantonx]

Right?! Usually Jesse is the one to supply final wisdom, but then Dr. Kacem dropped enough of a knowledge bomb seeing into Jesse that that was that.

[@merdufer]

It's like Jeet Kune Do, or Sun Tzu's "Military Method". There's the concept, and there are the old traditions. The old traditions aren't as practical as they used to be, but the concept is something we can all apply.

[@jonathanctay7422]

That was brilliant… and it just ended.

[@grimmghastly]

Dude that was the biggest compliment anyone could ever give someone. You're already a ninja.

[@BastianKreitz]

Go and PLAY again :D You done well julki! Nearly as I, as I was 4 ... Founder of Kinder Boden Turnen Hung-GAR Kung-FU, ABROLLEN oder "kontrolliert HIN fallen" ... :D

[@epiphanygunworks9893]

I've done Ninjutsu and Kenjutsu for most of my life and this guy is 1000% spot-on in everything he said. The first thing I was taught in both disciplines was how to stand upright, perfectly relaxed. Everything that came next came from just complete relaxation. Making movements from open concealment. Using every part of the body and every opening/weakness in your opponent. This video makes me VERY happy.

[@danielmcbain7866]

Risuke had an entirely different explanation on Ninjutsu , one that he taught among the Tenshin Shodan line of Katori Shinto Ryu. In his explanation Ninjutsu being taught as a set of techniques in any way is fanciful , it exists as a mode of thought or tactical principles

[@phixter]

Ninja would not bother much with martial arts, they always use the most effective weapon for the job, today we have guns.

[@Mekkinsen]

@@phixter Ninja were in many ways black ops samurai. Do modern black ops soldiers cast aside endurance, stealth, and hand-to-hand combat, just because of the existence of guns? A gun is a powerful tool, but knowing how to use a knife or your hands to fight is also invaluable.

[@informationjunkie]

​@@danielmcbain7866so something like the Bujinkan isn't as traditional as it claims? It is a modern curriculum of skills you would acquire in the life & work?

[@redfaux74]

And it was calm, no energy. It could've been. But that would've been a 3 second video we couldn't comprehend. And messy.

[@Lyrisius]

His charisma was amazing and it was like watching a magician with lethal intent. Waves his hand here and with the other hand he has already removed your vital organs. Thanks again Jesse for your content. Njut av solen.

[@KARATEbyJesse]

😄🙏☀️

[@megawl2086]

the type of magic trick joker would use

[@VenturiLife]

It really is magik. Misdirection is key, hidden tools/weapons, hidden strikes and movements, executed with precision. All key to survival for them back in the day. Most of their missions were information gathering, or very specific targets, maybe starting a fire in the enemy fortress, sowing confusion, opening a gate, not to get engaged in direct combat, there were regular troops for that...

[@metalrobot3000]

I get so tired of people bashing different martial arts styles I find these videos really refreshing it’s nice to see people being open minded

[@Rickdoesshotokan]

Same here bud

[@tennesseecopperhead7874]

I've been in the Martial Arts over 40 years and In my experience it's not the style its how you train. Ive seen styles I thought would be absolutely useless beat the snot out of folks. I've also seen some styles that everyone says are the best get beat to a pulp. If you train it in a way that is hard, violence of action, and focus the techniques for real world self-defense you can make it work, and Ive seen it work well.......just my 2 cents.

[@stoopidhaters]

Ok, go find me a Ninjutsu school that isn't a McDojo. Because a high percentage are trash. This guy is legit though. Same goes for the one Sensei Seth went to.

[@thunderkatz4219]

I’m not trying to be that guy but the people that do that are just weirdos who will oh Muay Thai is better like how do you know that

[@thunderkatz4219]

@@tennesseecopperhead7874exactly I’ve done Okinawan karate for years and I love it for the discipline

[@elijahdavies5324]

The way you carry so much respect for each martial art and allowing yourself to be teachable is awesome. So excited for what’s to come📈

[@KARATEbyJesse]

Thank you!! Me too 😇🙏🥋

[@Boxingjkdnunchucksbostaff]

Stretch martial arts 💪💪💪💪💪💪💪🫡🫡🫡

[@arnabkhan1618]

@@KARATEbyJesse please come in India and learn Kalaripayattu (Kerala) mother of all martial arts

[@couththememer]

@@arnabkhan1618 I'm not a martial art fanatic (just another teenager stuck in home lol), but that martial art looks ancient and cool 👍

[@Taima]

I mean...is this not the default behavior a person would have in these scenarios? Cause he's incredibly relatable to me aside from some of the things I might personally say or ask. Friendly, excited, eager to learn, deference to teachers and masters are all just fundamental things that we're taught as children. Obviously we might not show that eagerness to learn in school, but I mean when it's something we're into or want to do, we're definitely taught to behave along those lines.

[@Vaporbomb]

His story about shuko resonates with me. 15-16 years later and I still remember the pain of the metal bending into the back of my hands

[@Maximus-Venia]

I put pads in mine. ;) They worked better and IF... I had not have been worried about pine bark flaking off might have gone higher than 12-15 ft. Didn't push it through. :)

[@mathewihasz]

His technique seems practical and effortless. I love it

[@jerodrichardson7332]

This guy is very interesting. Combat like chess. He’s thinking 12 moves ahead. Lots of food for thought in this interview. Thank you Jesse for exposing us to all these amazing martial artist!

[@KARATEbyJesse]

Just doing what I love! 🤗

[@sirseigan]

Strategies is treated as possible pieces of the puzzle within Bujinkan. However what piece to use when is more decided on "feeling" and instinct based on the sensery feedback (often tactile) the consius thought. The thought behind that is that consius thought is too slow and usually mess up things like distance and timing. The "feeling" of things is very emphased within the Bujinkan trsinkng. "Combos" and katas are treated more like a tree of possible moves then a linjear sequence of moves. Each move in the chain is supposed to open up a whole new set of possible moves. Therefore a big part of the technique traning is focused to recognice and act on such "openings", no matter if tgat means to engage or disengage. Bujinkan also often train to stop a move in the middle and change direction, not like to faint (wich is also done) but more as a adaptation on new info and to train up the bodycontrol needed to be able to quickly act upon it. As such you can see fall techniques that change direction in the middle, or throws that is aborted mid air and then turned into a slam, or a joint lock that halfway reverse and change direction (which I have not seen in many other styles, but that can be just my ignorance). What I am trying to say is that he do not think 12 steps a head. However he has enough branches on his technique-tree, enough tools, to adapt to the constant change of his oponent and the situation as a whole. To see every new situation with new set of fresh eyes and adapt accordingly. In hindsite that can look like he was thinking twelve steps a head, but in the situation it is just one step at the time that seemlessly interlock with eachother in an (idealy) "endless" flow of insticive movement. So to use the chess algory; it is more like speed chess, moving on instict quicky adapting to the new board each turn, rather then the slow deep thinking and well thought through moves of ordinary chess. If that makes any sense 😊 So not "thinking", more "feeling" 😉

[@atomicbong7597]

@@sirseigan Bujinkan set me on the journey of exploring the spiritual aspects of myself - and in the peace I found - I stopped starting stupid fights :) I think this aspect is one of the most important aspects of martial arts - learning to know oneself. Physical, mental and spiritual as one in self. There are levels to everything. Explore - please, remember to be patient with us - we are like you, born uninformed :) Peace on earth and beyond. ❤

[@Alexxave32]

@@sirseigan This explanation just clicks, thanks for taking the time to write it!

[@joat_dad4090]

Nice personality.

[@dexxeve9420]

Dude or Jesse you must do more with this practitioner, the video is not enough. Quite a open minded, humble, funny person he is. Love if you did more with him on the martial art of it one hopes ?

[@aequitasification]

yeah, I want to see this guy's series on movement. Fantastic.

[@spartanical]

yes! a long format video like he did with Seagal would be awesome. i'd like to see Jesse actually start to put some of his teachings to use.

[@ledrash6079]

Kacem is really skilled, but not alone in being that. Every practise can blow your mind actually. I've trained both karate (1 dan) and jujutsu (4 dan), but nothing can be as mindblowing as the bujinkan actually.

[@perseusrex614]

most impressive artist Jesse has ever had. I fully agree, I want a whole series with this Master!

[@ManAtPogo]

1) I love the video 2) I love your openess to different martial arts 3) But today's guest is exceptional. I mean - it's not a martial art, it's a lifestyle. And the way he explains everything is exceptional.

[@Charismaniac]

Doctor Zoughari has amazing energy and charisma. Thanks for another great video, Jesse!

[@julianriviera5837]

I love his energy!! Would love to see more of you 2 together!

[@KARATEbyJesse]

Thanks a lot!

[@mojojojo6400]

Yes more

[@maddumass]

I agreed so much with this statement I almost hit thumbs down as well the thumbs up!

[@harrybeasley6608]

The moment we all realized Jesse Enkamp is actually a ninja.

[@etherealicer]

Honestly, I have my doubts about many of the techniques and weapons. But the start and the end were great.

[@zaynabds]

Gathering information about jutsus

[@tiffanybatcheller-harris522]

Yet, Jesse refuses to have Antony Cummins on his KZbin series. 🤔

[@jonathanhale2669]

This episode, among the many great ones you have done, impressed me the most. Dr. Zoughari has a fantastic and engaging demeanor, as you do too. He encapsulates it at the end. You both represent the highest levels of the spirit of martial arts and the respect for others, both in ability and open mindedness. Excellent, excellent episode!

[@theoriginalmakaaka101]

I think the Ninja Dr. Kacem Zoughari's teaching ability is one of his greatest weapons. He is very fun to listen to.

[@dawe964]

The passion he puts in it.. This guy is like a very dangerous Jack Black. Love him

[@craigcarroll1790]

It's nice to see your bringing in a legit ninjutsu person who shows the real thing

[@zXzBonelesszXz]

Thank you this video! I've been training bujinkan (ninjutsu) for many years and seen a lot of people trying to capture the spirit of our Martial art. You did an amazing job showing the world what we do and you did it with an open mind and a smile. I will be using your video from now on when I want to explain what I practice.

[@michaelgoddard4122]

Dr Kacem is legit, scary as hell and one of the nicest and kindest people you can meet!

[@stuartlawson6975]

I have trained with Kacem several times and he is just incredible and his knowledge is second to none. His book is fantastic too

[@SIMUL4CR4]

Properly taught ninjutsu is one of the best traditional styles for bouncing/crowd control if you're a reasonably sized guy, but schools who do regular pressure testing are very rare. I'd still encourage MMA or other combos over it (ie, wrestling and boxing), but a lot of the traditional/historical restrictions that inform ninjutsu seem to be particularly practical and effective when working in security. I never understood ninjutsu's short, limited movements and strikes until I started working in a crowded club environment and having to grapple people regularly.

[@oni_goroshi]

I'm a nidan in Bujinkan budotaijutsu and former bouncer. I can definitely say ninjutsu\ taijitsu is extremely effective in bouncing. Every time I had to use it in an altercation, the fight was over before it began and on several occasions the aggressor was subdued without other customers seeing what happened or noticing. All they might see is someone being escorted out, but they wouldn't see the joint locks or pain compliance being used.

[@OliverCaesar]

I really enjoyed how he was very humble and kind. The study leaves no need for ego.

[@ninpoad1543]

I know Kacem for a number of years, and he is definitly one of the most skilled person in these kind of arts. This video just show the surface of it ...

[@thaibaths6642]

Do you know Bernard Bordas ?

[@ninpoad1543]

@@thaibaths6642 not personally..

[@thaibaths6642]

@@ninpoad1543 he is doing an amazing job too !

[@ninpobudo3876]

You're drinking the kool-aid

[@xXRickGrimesXx]

I don't need a birthday present I need more Jesse Enkamp videos

[@KARATEbyJesse]

Happy birthday? Thanks for watching!

[@xXRickGrimesXx]

@@KARATEbyJesse thanks

[@xXRickGrimesXx]

Although it's not my birthday

[@varanid9]

@@xXRickGrimesXx Yes it is; every day we are reborn in potential.

[@yungvoss]

@@varanid9 holdup thats a bar

[@AminWT]

Man, those last words, what a twist 😂❤ But it makes total sense, you learn and embrace every style and school of thought, and you share it with many people 🙏🏽 Thank you 🥋👊

[@richardbartlett8038]

This guy was amazing with his deceptive techniques and hilarious at the same time.

[@theunpretentiousvegan8593]

Ninjitsu seems like one of those arts where you have to truly master it or it just falls flat.

[@sonnychabert]

true if you want to take every opponion, but I have been studying it for 20 years and to me it has been quit effective ( I'm a security guard ) so of course the better you are the more effective it is but you dont have to be a master to get it to work to your needs ;)

[@TheSADHU88]

Trust me it is, I've trained for seven years. And from all the people I've seen, they are either really good, or complete ass.

[@leviblevins513]

Soo not true. I'm a Bujinkan instructor and I've had people thank me for things I've taught them in 10 minutes because it saved their butt in fights

[@nickdamjanovic5065]

​@@TheSADHU88 spot on. No in between. And sadly only the asses are online usually:') its kinda like how the loud ones are never the dangerous ones.

[@nickdamjanovic5065]

Exactly! Youre completely right

[@jaredrobinson7071]

This was actually very insightful. Most martial arts you want to use your whole body to get the power, in this you use smaller movements to kind of manipulate your way behind an opponents defense and strike weak points fast and consecutively.

[@WeBreakItAllDownRightHere]

You bring up good points. I want to offer that this martial art uses gravity to move the body as one piece for all of its striking. So instead of throwing a punch, you extend your arm, bend the knees, turn the shoulder, and sort of "fall" on the target. Try it on a wall.

[@varanid9]

Sort of, but you use your legs to send your body weight against your opponent in a natural falling motion powered by gravity (Jack Dempsey writes of similar dynamics to power his jab). If you miss, you roll into a different attack or hook him as you pass, or leg-lock, or whatever; you learn there are no mistakes. This use of body weight and gravity also applies to throws and grapples, sent against your opponent's point of imbalance. The hardest part is learning to be naturally relaxed so you can move instantly, instead of being like most people where you have to sort of "un-tense" before you actually start to move.

[@Bloodyshinta1]

i don't think these techniques are for squaring up against a ready opponent is why. This is for when you've infiltrated close to someone and you need to execute them before they have a chance to react. notice how close he is to jessy, its kind of like you are already dead you just don't know it.

[@vitor.personal]

​@@Bloodyshinta1 It can be used like this too. I don't know any situation that you don't train in Bujinkan, depends of the teacher. It's really nice

[@capolean2902]

i mean to be fair it’s not much need of body usage when u have weapons unless u plan on grabbing them etc while using ur weapon

[@Khan-bm8ks]

Dr. Kacem Zoughari holds a PHD in classical Japanese martial arts and was one of the few Europeans that were allowed to hold lectures in Japanese universities. I recommend his book " The Ninja: Ancient Shadow Warriors of Japan " if you are interested in the history of the art....and other various books written by him ofc. Avoid Anthony Cummins.

[@Artoniz88]

Awesome! I had the honor of visiting a seminar with Dr. Kacem a couple of years ago as an ITF-TKD student. He is still as an amazing person and teacher as I remember him to be. Love it! Would be interresting to se a longer discussion-video between the two of you aswell! Cheers! ✌️🥳

[@darthsultse]

Samurai training, ninja training you just out here living your best 8 year old life, hey? Love the callout to the old school BB magazine! This was fun to watch, thanks Jesse-san!

[@ryufight7987]

Ninjitsu is a beautiful system art whatever you want to call it . It is so diverse, and the amount of systems within the system is amazing 😅 You will need a lifetime to learn everything it has to offer 😊 It has so many diverse elements that you can trace back to other jujitsu systems and arts . From joint locks to pressure point strikes blocks parrys , to judo like throws 😳 to aikido elements to karate and you name it . Not to begin with the kenjutsu elements in it

[@superbaobao6830]

This dude is the real dude for martial artist not the typical bullshido

[@lawrenceprunty6132]

Wow! That was amazing! That's the guy you want to teach you to be a ninja. Also, I thought it was interesting that the way he strikes reminds me of how Michael Jai White was talking about striking without letting your opponent see the movement.

[@KARATEbyJesse]

It’s all connected!! 🥋 The mountain has one summit… but many paths to arrive there 🏔️

[@lawrenceprunty6132]

Thank you for sharing your journey and wisdom with us all! It's very inspiring! I just recently started walking my path again and it feels great to be training again, and pulling information from all of these great masters including you has been fun putting into practical use.

[@Filmsource]

Real fighting methods. Natural movements bypass the conscious mind, anything un natural in movement stands out to us, it's how the brain processes all the information coming in. For the Ninja this can be referred to as Kyo Jutsu, utlizing truth and falsehood, while the ninja is doing one thing he is really taking from another area. Often what looks like is happening is actually something different going on. It looks like the wrist is taken, then the hit comes from the other hand to the ribs etc. If they can see it they start to counter it and it's harder to make it work. Show one thing do another, is the skill of the ninja as Jesse says there's so many things going on at the same time. Sensory overload.

[@shanetutwiler]

I had that exact same thought about Sensei Jai White!

[@varanid9]

Interestingly, Jack Dempsey writes of using what he calls a "falling step" to power a punch, his description of which sounds very much like a Taijutsu punch.

[@leviblevins513]

Thank you thank you!!! I've studied in Bujinkan for years and it is probably one of the least understood arts and very often panned by KZbin warriors who never try, just comment. Glad to see someone with an open mind 😊. I will admit there are bad practicioners but the information contained in the art is solid

[@lewisb85]

It's like simon yeo said though it's about adaptability, if you are relying just on bujinkan you would be in a world of trouble but simon is a 3rd degree black belt from roger gracie and muay thai instructor as well. A lot of bujinkan guys in japan also study something like judo, nippon kempo or kudo alongside their art.

[@leviblevins513]

@@lewisb85 I disagree, applied properly you can rely on Bujinkan. Unfortunately most spend all their time playing with balance and neglect the striking skills of the art and that unfortunately sets many up for failure. Having only studied Bujinkan I went on a pilgrimage of training with people in other arts and by doing so learned how useful what I'd been taught is

[@indefenceofthetraditionalma]

Do you believe in ninja?

[@Leosworld1993]

His energy and passion was brilliant! You can see he loves what he does!!! It seems like you both had fun : ) Awesome video again Jesse, you always go in with a opened mind and show respect to the style you are filming! ❤

[@KARATEbyJesse]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@boogie153]

Brilliant !! The last qoute from Kacem was the best. Go everywhere, smile, have a nice face, lern from them, and when it's time then use it. 👍👍😏😏

[@fisioxande]

What Dr. Kacem Zoughari said at the end of the video was very, very nice! 🙂

[@KARATEbyJesse]

It definitely caught me by surprise!

[@tenguken847]

I have studied many martial arts as a kid and teen...at 19 i found a hardcore Bujinkan Ninjutsu instructor who lived 2 states away..that was 1993...i look forward to training with him this June, as i continue training with him all these years later...an art that continues to give back over the years, i have been humbled and honored to have joined this life path...And Finally a Legitimate Ninjutsu Instructor!!....i really hope you find Authentic training with a Great Instructor...many ninja clowns do help keep away the ego maniacs, and "hide" the art to this day...

[@kevinmorrice]

the "true" ninjutsu was more of a police martial arts, as ninja were in fact secret police, not assassins or warriors, but the equivalent of plain clothes officers

[@patmat7984]

How is ge a true or real instructor?....

[@caseyalexander2244]

​@@kevinmorriceI just love how people make statements like that so matter of factly.

[@cristian.crixus]

Bujinkan IS NOT NINJUTSU...

[@kevinmorrice]

@@caseyalexander2244 while bujinkan is often associated with ninjutsu, it is in fact, not true ninjutsu, but is an institution that blends together common samurai training and techniques with ninjutsu, and is therefore what you would call a hybridisation of what is considered proper ninjutsu. this is honestly knowledge anyone could find in a couple minutes easily, its not hard to use google

[@homiejao3224]

more of this guy he was great

[@todd2683]

Did this style since 89. Later trained most other styles. You chose the best person to show the style. I am delighted

[@amauryguerrero3523]

Kacem Zougahari!!!! Bujinkan finest. my favorite Bujinkan instructor, real deal, no bullshit. But remember, ninjutsu it`s very VERY big and complex, it is not just tai jutsu, swords, stars and shit.

[@coolworms7297]

love this! i've wanted to be a ninja when i was a kid too lol. i watched 100s of ninja documentaries and tried to sneak around the house!

[@KARATEbyJesse]

That makes 2 of us!

[@manwich5364]

Join the Genbukan

[@snorman1911]

As a kid a read a book in the library with ninja techniques, one was how to walk up a staircase without it creaking by stepping near the walls - and it seems like every other kid of the 80s read the same book. Have you?

[@bhorrthunderhoof4925]

One of the best of your interviews ever! Great guy who really did cath the meaning of ninjutus.

[@nulltheliteralnothing1470]

I loved the energy between the too of you. Fun to watch for sure. Good myth busting as well. As for filming maybe Kyudo or Kyujutsu as there is a lot of tradition around these practices. I am glad you are having fun. Look forward to the next video.

[@brucecapua9840]

These Bujinkan videos are really enjoyable. So glad to see your experiences with it.

[@game9848]

This was an excellent video. This Bujikan Ninjutsu teacher is legit. I hope you do another video with him.

[@johnterpack3940]

I learned more about fighting from this one video than I have from years of watching UFC. That is exactly what combat is about, getting the other guy gone as quickly and efficiently as you can so that he doesn't have a chance to do it to you.

[@GoldenRuleFLA]

I love Dr. Zoughari. I'm so glad you chose to interview him of all people.

[@kiranpunnoose2441]

Even though Ninjutsu is one of the most deadliest and dangerous martial arts styles around the world (which can either be fused with a number of other styles' techniques and disciplines around the world or not), it must be used wisely and tempered with both mental and spiritual discipline, and moral values such as bushido.

[@tombstoneharrystudios584]

Excellent Sensei…he really understood, and could also teach, the mechanics of the art in a practical way I’m a JiuJitsu guy but I’d love to study at his school to broaden my horizons

[@Nightryderthebronco]

SUBSCRIBED!!!! I was impressed with your humbled approach and the genuine interest you show when filming your interviews and discussions with these masters. This keeps me watching and re-watching to the end. At the very very end, Dr Zoughari explained it best. #KnowledgeOverPower

[@seansnyder2855]

"the job is you have the right to hurt me and I do not have the right to hurt you" What a legend.

[@bertoperez2007]

his comment to you, when you told him that you wanted to seriously train Ninjutsu toward then end, is the best...hes studied you...hes good. Thanx for sharing your martial arts journey, much respect to you.

[@curttempleton591]

What a great demo of this art! He seemed like a great teacher !

[@keystothebox]

One of few legitimate ninjitsu masters. Thank you!

[@endure2thaend455]

Others?

[@nohbodyhughno1121]

I love how you maintain an open mind with everyone.

[@MM-mc9qt]

Thanks a lot for this great video and being so curious. Kacem is one of the very best in martial arts. His skills and knowledge are unbelievable and he is still so humble.

[@nirvairsingh7687]

Your videos are not just entertaining but also educating

[@KARATEbyJesse]

That's what I strive for... because learning should be FUN!

[@ignaciog.garcia8392]

@@KARATEbyJesse Wish that all masters think like you...learning should be FUN! and this applies everywhere.

[@cristian.crixus]

But not educating in real shinobi no jutsu techniques

[@BurnySanders]

One of your best episodes yet. I love these videos where you learn from all these different types of martial arts masters.

[@KARATEbyJesse]

I appreciate that!

[@MehrdadParthian]

this was very entertaining. but also brought tears of sadness to my eyes that Kama didn't get its own spotlight but rather was a part of the kusarigama showcase. twin kamas are a ninja's true power !!!

[@CasteloNegro]

I really am amazed when I see such interesting approach. As a Bujinkan student, I am going to share this with my other friends. This is necessary! 🎉🎉🎉

[@brutusleao]

Sorry for you,but bujinkan is just big business....it have nothing to do with real ninjutsu

[@2551987ezio]

I too had a fascination for ninjas, that I developed a habit of walking and moving as quietly I can. Startled countless of people, just by them turning around and seeing me right there. Irk my family members, because I sometimes show up unannounced or they just didn't hear me come in/ entering. 😂

[@KARATEbyJesse]

Haha love it!! 🥷

[@TheElbowMerchant]

Dang it! I should have been a ninja! I accidentally startle people constantly by unintentionally sneaking up on them. It happens all the time at work and at home. I'm pretty verbose, so I don't consider myself a quiet guy, but somehow I end up scaring people pretty much daily. Oh well, at least I know I'm not alone in possessing this trait.

[@gbormann71]

🙋

[@user-sm4ru6th7f]

🥷次は、変わり身の術を覚えてみてください。

[@varanid9]

I remember sneaking up behind our cat and shouting BOO!! It scared her so bad she instantly shot forward like a bullet and ran head-first into an aluminum rail, LOL! She was OK, though; cats have very hard heads.

[@DioLT]

Practiced ninjutsu for about a year. Absolutely loved it. I had to stop due to reasons but fully intend to come back as soon as possible. Such a fenomenal martial art and way of life

[@QuentinLars]

your best video that I've seen.... wow.... he was amazing! humble, funny and wise! I have to go back and re-watch this video many times just to aborb a little of what he showed you.... wow... lol you have a great channel! thank you for sharing your experiences, Jesse! Arigatou!

[@AndrewMitchell-li5kb]

I found for a conventional martial artist, who has spent many years learning a certain way to move, ninjutsu is really different and challenging at first. However after a while I grew to absolutely love it.

[@clivemclean3390]

Thank you! I made it for love. 😊

[@zencephalon]

Great episode! Awesome to see Dr Zoughari back and have him clear up so many misconceptions about ninja. U asked excellent questions!

[@KARATEbyJesse]

Thank you 👍

[@geofft7664]

pretty amazing stuff, his slow motion showing of how many strikes they slip though in such a short amount of time is just amazing

[@aensyn4360]

i gained a huge new perspective on this martial art. learning the practicality without media fluff was eye opening

[@DanishnSonic]

So much deception so much unexpected things. Its like a martial arts for magicians. Him talking fast must also be part of it. I was confused, even Jesse was confused.

[@TonyChatman]

This is so refreshing. I've been training in Bujinkan since 2009 and so many people try to call it a Bullshido. Although there are some bad teacher out their because unfortunately there is little quality control, but there are a lot of great teachers as well as military and police who use it very effectively. thank you for showing what it really is.

[@369truth]

This is not bujinkan

[@danielkennington83]

@@369truth same teachings. Where did his knowledge come from?

[@RGRHarris]

Love this video. Thank you for sharing!

[@romerorv2008]

really love what you're doing here. you earned my respect. i've decided to subscribe.

[@thevoidire]

I had the same experience when i went from American karate to Bujinkan. Pretty much like mind blowen 🤯🤣

[@Valenciasart]

Sensei the end of this video one of the best closing of it great teaching thanks for sharing sir oss 💪🥋🙏👊

[@johnsamuelbalaan9038]

Hi Jesse, I'm from the Philippines and I just started my karate training although I was a Taekwondo Brown belt before. I stopped way back 2018. My mom and dad are karatekas but when I started martial arts we couldn't find any dojos way back 2007 in our area so I just picked taekwondo. Now I'm 30 but the urge to learn karate is strong in my heart. I searched for a dojo and I found one. I just want to thank you, because of your work I learned a lot and inspired me. Now I practice kata everyday and I apply everything I learned from you and in combination of my sensei's teachings Thank you so much

[@richardjones2151]

loved this! thankyou 🙂

[@sumosprojects]

Classic Ninja outlook & what a nice guy. When I was younger we trained with many weapons from multiple martial arts but one course that I did was called defend tech in learning how to combat real life knife attacks & maybe it’s something you could look at for self defence reasons. 🙏 love your videos mate

[@availabl3account]

The non-telegraphed striking and kicking does make sense. But can help but wonder about the power output, like those hits will be less powerful. And even it is telegraphed it is really hard to block strikes. What i would like the most, is to see actual hits being blocked or parried or caught with a training partner going almost %100. Not gonna lie his movement is very fluid and like all blocking styles it makes sense for that first attack. But repetitive and powerful strikes back to back, and attacker fully resisting to joint manipulation. I would like to see that. Other than that, it is great. Keeping alive a great tradition, a combat proven art still being active and practised.

[@lucashayes346]

I will say, if you’re getting targets like throat, eyes, groin, sternum, center-collarbone, things like that, you can easily get by with lighter hits that are moving faster and keeping you covered. Even a light hit can cause such swelling and discomfort in many of the areas I mentioned that is enough to put even skilled opponents off fighting

[@PHarrierFan]

I just discovered your channel - your content is incredible! Thank you for sharing all this great stuff!

[@KARATEbyJesse]

Welcome!

[@PHarrierFan]

Thank you!@@KARATEbyJesse

[@goukhanakul]

I got into togakure ninjitsu in my teens from an uncle who was taught from a student of masaaki Hatsumi. What got me into it was just what Jesse experienced in this video. The unassuming chess like movements and anticipation to chain together attacks and powerful slight but effective taijutsu. I translated some ninjitsu techniques into my bjj game such as the omote gyaku and ura gyaku to manipulate wrists when some goes to grab the gi as well as the oni kudaki to break elbow posture and manipulate the arm to counter opponent clinch along with the slight drop in level change to break my Opponent posture which throws people off most times.

[@daffydlandegge3843]

I've noticed that's a very effective technique to pull off on "clinchers". Imagine if you were to punch through to execute the technique instead ... saiyanara tendons & possible ligaments

[@goukhanakul]

@@daffydlandegge3843 yeah definitely. Especially if your uki doesn’t expect it or isn’t anticipating it. Kinda like how Orlando Sanchez reaped it on Sean Strickland in that video awhile back it can really injure your partner. It can only enhance techniques between martial arts and should be encouraged just like what has been done with the ashi game in modern bjj

[@goukhanakul]

It can also be used very well in reaction to clinchers as they pull away from it to break posture with an instep to get the under hooks or blast doubles. I usually analyze they’re dominant hand and attack the opposite side to advance

[@clivemclean3390]

Remember not to be too techniquey 😮 ninpo taijutsu is not aikijuijutsu. 🙂

[@fourscorpio]

This was a very fun episode, Jesse-San! Brought me back to my growing up years fantasizing about being a ninja too. Had all the books from Stephen K. Hayes and Masaaki Hatsumi. I even had my own Shuko and Ashiko claws too! I loved his story about the shuko not working -- I figured out that if I used my cotton kumite hand protectors, it would make my hands thick enough to keep the claws from sliding. I actually could climb palm trees with them -- but not too high as I was afraid of heights. I also made my own ninja movie at age 16 too -- "Law of the Ninja". It's on my KZbin channel!

[@KARATEbyJesse]

LOVE IT!!

[@varanid9]

Does it have music by Dragonsound?

[@DrFrankLondon]

Another great video, Jesse. Can't wait for the next one. Keep up the fantastic work! 🥋🙏

[@KARATEbyJesse]

Thanks Frank!

[@silenceisgoldenrecords2653]

Thanks fpo this insight Jesse! Very inspiring! The world has so much to teach us.

[@dennisstark9764]

Ive learned some of this moves when I was like 18 from a german Teacher and it was exactly like it! Left because of work after two years, but what you learn about youre body and movement still sticks with me almost 20 years later👌Can only recomment Bujikan Budo for everybody.

[@eVilJesterInc]

Holy Crap! That is probably the Coolest frkn Guy i ever saw.. man i wanna have his Knowledge! Love you Jesse!

[@KARATEbyJesse]

Much appreciated!

[@alphawolf7536]

Bro me fascina tu optimismo y respeto hacia los demás, espero que te vaya bien A y gracias por los subtítulos en español

[@MahmoudMaguid]

The art of subtlety. Masking your attack so it's not seen or read. Brilliant. There's so much info here.

[@yesplease5661]

Did Shotokan as a teenager but had to quit after hip injury/surgery.. Love ur videos - they brought back my fascination for martial arts! Guess I watched too much MMA and stuff..

[@japudjuha]

Love your channel Jesse, have missed you on YT!!

[@KARATEbyJesse]

Thanks a lot!

[@NicklasForesti]

What a lovely man. I hold 3rd dan in Bujinkan taijutsu, but unfortunately, I never got to train for him. You look great in the black gi by the way Jesse😊

[@user-wg6fe5uj8r]

This was a very cool conversation. I feel like you could do a whole video on the attacking without telegraphing bit. That would be awesome!

[@t3do1989]

This guy is the nicest guy I ever saw on this channel... I love you two

[@piuforte]

I did this Art for many years and had the honor of having a good teacher . A wise man . I think ninjutsu is one of the worlds most ridiculed martial arts ... BUT if you use your mind,your heart ,practice like a warrior ,even in traininig look at every exercise as a deadly attack ,if youre mindful and modest ...something will happen to you. Your own heart is the dojo...you can practice ninjutsu any time. Just by drink a Glas of water...dont just drink it,perceive it. When you take out the trash, imagine what would you do if someone suddenly attacked you,would you be ready? Or surprised... thats how you can Start ninjutsu

[@jethrox827]

Ah yes all those great Ninjutsu set moves, takes me back to the 80s when classes were sprouting up everywhere. I remember the classes were secretive cause they were 'special' and it was a secret art. They also practiced the art of invisibility where you hid in the shadows and moved in people's blind spot, when they turned around you moved around to their other side lol I think Ninjutsu needs to make a comeback in the movies 😅

[@OIP_1]

this guy is a legend, what a great demonstrator, great storyteller and the lesson at the end!

[@alessandrorota1970]

Kacem: the top of the top, it's always amazing to see his technique.

[@danlewis4886]

Finally someone goes and trains with Kacem Sensei

[@mikrakhabit4487]

Yeah...Dr. Zoughari is one of the most knowledgeable instructors in the Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu. ✴️

[@danlewis4886]

@@mikrakhabit4487 yup, met him a few times.

[@AaryanRahi-xz9ek]

​@@danlewis4886You lucky ducky