Kuki Ryushin
Ryushin Yakushimaru / Soke
Japanese samurai and founder of the lineage koryu system Kukishin-ryu Happo Bikenjutsu.
Quick Facts
Date of Birth14. století
Date of Death14. století
Era14th century
Country of Origin
Japan
JapanRank / TitleFounder of Kukishin-ryu
Active Yearsca 1330–1380
Biography
Kuki Ryushin founded Kukishin-ryu in the 14th century during the Nanboku-chō period. The family tradition passed down 8 secret weapon arts (Happo Bikenjutsu).
Associated Martial Arts
Kukishin-ryu BojutsuFounder→
Traditional samurai koryu bujutsu school specialized in six-foot Rokaku Bo staff combat.
Kukishin-ryu Happo BikenjutsuFounder→A Japanese comprehensive school covering eight weapon sections. Several independent lines now bear the name, so one must always establish which is meant.
Kukishinden-ryu Happo BikenjutsuFounder→Historical samurai lineage school specialized in long Bo staff, spear and sword combat.