The surujin or suruchin is one of the traditional weapons of Okinawan kobudo. It comprises a 150 -152 cm or 2-3 (4,921 feet -4,986 feet or 6,5 feet -9.8feet) long rope with a weight tied to each end. Historically this weapon is very prevalent and can be found attached to a weapon or used separately. It is a weapon designed for warfare. [1]

The Surujin (or Suruchin) is a traditional Okinawan weighted chain or rope martial arts weapon. According to the Ryukyu Kobujutsu Association GB, the Surujin “is a weapon with the essence of concealment prior to use”.

Dec 4, 2020 · Surujin. This is a chain or rope-based weapon. Sometimes people would add stones or small blades to the end of the rope to make it more effective. The way the Surujin worked was by holding it in one hand and swinging it with your other hand. Imagine a cowboy holding a lasso, this is kind of how the Surujin is used.

Jan 11, 2024 · The surujin, also called suruchin, is one of Okinawa’s traditional weapons and is basically a two or three-meter long rope with a weight attached to each end. Originally, this weapon had stones attached to each end, but metal weights or …

Jan 1, 2022 · 14. Surujin. The Surujin is a weighted chain or rope. Stones were attached to either end in older versions, but modern-day ones typically use metal weights or points on each end. The Okinawans prized it because it was so incredibly easy to conceal, yet was still an effective weapon when the user was properly trained.

Nov 28, 2024 · The surujin, also called suruchin, is one of Okinawa’s traditional weapons and is basically a two or three-meter long rope with a weight attached to each end. Originally, this weapon had stones attached to each end, but metal weights or …

It is a weapon with the essence of concealment prior to use, which can extract a substantial price from the victim. Traditionally found with a bladed instrument at one end and a weighted end at the other, the Surujin techniques are very akin to those of the Nunchaku.

Feb 11, 2024 · What is Surujin? Surujin is a traditional Okinawan weapon that consists of a chain or rope with a weight on each end. The weight can be made from various materials, such as metal, wood, or stone. The length of the chain or rope can vary, but typically ranges from 1.5 to 2 …

Surujin The surujin consists of a weighted chain or leather cord and can be found in two kinds: 'tan surujin' (short) and 'naga surujin' (long). The lengths are about 150–152 cm and 230–240 cm respectively.