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  1. Common types of ninja stars (shurikens) include12:
    1. Bo-Shuriken: Spike-shaped throwing weapons made of metal or wood.
    2. Hira-Shuriken: Flat, typically four-pointed throwing stars made of metal.
    3. Shaken: Small needle-like projectiles concealed in a ninja's clothing or accessories.
    4. Manji Shuriken: Corners hooked outwards.
    5. Happo Shuriken: Solid center surrounded by several points.
    6. Juji Shuriken: Cross-shaped.
    7. Harigata Shuriken: Various shapes.
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    Here are some common types of shurikens used in shurikenjutsu:

    • Bo-Shuriken: These are spike-shaped throwing weapons crafted from metal or wood.
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    Types of Throwing Stars

    • Manji Shuriken The manji, or hooked style, shuriken refers to any shuriken in which the corners (typically four) are hooked outwards.
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    Shuriken - Wikipedia

    A shuriken (Japanese: 手裏剣, lit. 'hand-hidden blade') is a Japanese concealed weapon used by samurai or ninja or in martial arts as a hidden dagger or metsubushi to distract or misdirect. Shuriken are also known as throwing stars, or ninja stars, although they were originally constructed in many different … See more

    A bo-shuriken is a throwing weapon consisting of a straight iron or steel spike, usually four-sided but sometimes round or octagonal in section. Some examples have points on both ends. The length ranges from 12 to … See more

    Shuriken targets were primarily the more exposed parts of the body: the eyes, face, hands, or feet. Shuriken, despite low mass, were capable of dealing lethal blows at short ranges. In some cases, shuriken were capable of partially disemboweling … See more

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    Hira-shuriken generally resemble the popular conception of shuriken. They are constructed from thin, flat plates of metal derived from a variety of sources including hishi-gane (coins), kugi-nuki (carpentry tools), spools, and senban (nail removers). See more

    Modern commercially available shuriken, which are sold in Europe and North America, are often made of stainless steel. However, in many countries and jurisdictions, they are illegal to possess or carry, such as in Belgium, the Netherlands, See more

    • Nawa, Yumio (1962) Kakushi Buki Soran (An Overview of Hidden Weapons)
    • Seiko Fujita (June 1964) Zukai Shurikenjutsu / 図 解 手 裏 剣 術 (An Overview of Shuriken … See more

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    Feb 1, 2024 · There are several different types of Shuriken throwing stars, each with its own unique design and purpose. The most common type is the Bo Shuriken, which is a straight, pointed weapon that is typically made from metal.

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