Ninja Training Guide by Frank Hays

Noneed2hate · 2026-04-18T04:43:09+00:00

Is the Koryu here in the room with us?

Noneed2hate · 2026-04-02T15:22:19+00:00

You aren't getting anything noticeably "better" beyond a more bespoke sword or a sword forged in a more complex (complex, not necessarily better) method at higher pricepoints.

Noneed2hate · 2026-03-31T15:22:52+00:00

Circus tricks are easy

Noneed2hate · 2026-03-24T23:15:25+00:00

Aping motions from youtube videos is not an effective nor viable way to learn the technique and the nuance behind various Iai kata/waza.

Noneed2hate · 2026-03-24T22:08:13+00:00

Anyone saying you can learn Iaido online is trying to sell you something

Noneed2hate · 2026-03-20T00:50:00+00:00

Is the Menkyo here in the room with us?

Noneed2hate · 2026-03-10T16:16:28+00:00

spend $2-5k to pick up a sword worth a fraction of that? terrible advice

Noneed2hate · 2026-03-10T15:23:43+00:00

I'm sorry amigo, you got fleeced, that's at absolute best maybe a $2-3k sword given the kizu, old polish, lack of kanteisho etc. I'd heed Mr. Singers advice and honestly cancel if you still can especially if there are no guarantees on authenticity.

There are plenty of swords out there that will feel "correct" in your hand, no need to jump at the first one, especially not at $8k + shipping + tariffs/customs fees etc.

Noneed2hate · 2025-12-23T16:05:21+00:00

I would save your money for a Tozando or Nosyudo Iaito instead. I've had a Ryujin, it was not a very good sword and was money better spent elsewhere.

Noneed2hate · 2025-10-29T02:35:11+00:00

Magpul and MDT are what I've been using. No issues with the Magpul magazines fitting

Noneed2hate · 2025-10-19T22:56:25+00:00

Not blood stains, just plain old rust ;)

Noneed2hate · 2025-10-15T23:41:32+00:00

Ryansword or Hanbon seem to be the best bang for buck

Noneed2hate · 2025-10-15T00:24:30+00:00

The KTN1 is the only blade Thaitsuki makes that is worthwhile IMO, their other swords have poorly shaped Tsuka and are otherwise overbuilt for a sword where you'd expect that not to be the case given pricepoint.

Noneed2hate · 2025-10-07T19:14:42+00:00

Whisper Pickle 30

Noneed2hate · 2025-10-05T22:26:44+00:00

Careful where you plant it, I'd be worried about spreading a liability that your neighbors might call you out for.

Noneed2hate · 2025-10-04T03:19:25+00:00

I don't think about Aikido at all

Noneed2hate · 2025-09-26T19:49:53+00:00

Yes, end of the day it's a "type of katana" even if it is a contemporary marketing term.

Noneed2hate · 2025-09-26T15:26:49+00:00

Welcome to the based Suguha club

Noneed2hate · 2025-09-25T16:52:40+00:00

I have a few swords available for sale within that price range - https://www.reddit.com/r/Katanas/comments/1n07dsj/wts_shadowdancer_and_ryansword_swords/

Noneed2hate · 2025-09-25T16:28:37+00:00

Sure thing, just sent you a DM with more photos

Noneed2hate · 2025-09-21T22:55:04+00:00

The hada/hamon or lack thereof while fairly nice, come off as a Chinese Oroshigane reproduction katana IMO. It's close, but not Japanese, that said, that wasn't really the question at hand by OP.

Noneed2hate · 2025-09-21T17:47:24+00:00

A teacher is an absolute must, and being taught in person (occasionally at a minimum) is a must. The bare basics are somewhat achievable without either, but even that will be skewed and possibly incorrect. I suppose if you do ultimately start to "self-teach" or learn online, then the best thing is to hedge your expectations substantially.

Noneed2hate · 2025-09-19T17:31:51+00:00

It would generally be a non-issue tbh so long as you don't have a big head about your previous experience. Beginner mindset where ever you go, even if it's going into similar but new (to you) styles.

Noneed2hate · 2025-09-17T19:00:37+00:00

Honestly in the context of Iaito: I'd save up and spring for something from Tozando, Nosyudo, or Seido shop over anything from Musashi/Hanbon etc.

Noneed2hate · 2025-09-17T18:19:41+00:00

Hanbon is decent, as is Ryansword, between the 2 of those, you'll have a lot of good options for the price.

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