A single dumbbell-shaped yawara stick. The yawara is a Japanese weapon used in various martial arts. Numerous types of jujutsu make use of a small rod, made of wood, that extends somewhat from both ends of a person's fist which is known as a yawara.

Mar 15, 2010 · The palm stick, sometimes called a Yawara stick, or Kubotan, is an excellent and highly effective tool for self-defense. The tactical folding knife and the concealed pistol typically dominate the self-defense culture, especially when weapons are discussed.

What is a Yawara Stick? The Yawara Stick is a traditional Japanese weapon that dates back centuries. Originally inspired by the Buddhist monks’ symbolic Kongou, this small handheld tool was later developed for practical self-defense purposes.

The Yawara Stick was recognized by these street savvy cops as the officers best friend next to his service weapon. The Yawara Stick was developed from the Tanto jitsu or knife fighting techniques contained within Yawara jitsu, specifically, the technique of using the knife still sheathed.

Dec 17, 2009 · Innocuous, usually legal, and very useful, the pocket stick is an accessory that everyone can afford. Pocket sticks go by various names. Many people call them kubotans (named for Tak Kubota ) or yawara sticks (which might strike some as calling a bo a “bo staff,” but let’s not get picky here).

Dec 17, 2023 · Originating from ancient Japan, this tool has served various purposes among law enforcement, martial artists, and self-defense enthusiasts. This versatile weapon is not only utilized with the...

This Instructable will show how to make a cheap, easy pair of Yawara sticks that are sharp enough to use for karate tournaments. Yawara sticks are a traditional Japanese martial arts weapons that were used in times past by police in a similar way to night sticks or kubotons.