Hanbo

The hanbo is a quarterstaff used in martial arts. Traditionally, the hanbo was three shaku, or 90.9 cm long, exactly half the length of the rokushakubo. As with any weapon, bearers would often find one best suited to their build, opting often for one that comes up to about waist/hip height.

Usage

Hanbojutsu, the method of using a hanbo, is a focus in several martial arts including the Kukishin Ryu koryu classical school of martial arts. The hanbo can be used as a means of striking and also used for restraining someone.

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