Sai (Trident)
Blunt weapon (Metal)
Quick Facts
Martial Arts
OriginAsia (India, China, Okinawa) (16th to 17th Century (in Okinawa))
Wield TypePaired (one in each hand)
MaterialForged Iron / Steel
Length45 - 55 cm cm
Weight0.6 - 0.8 kg kg
History
Likely originated in India or China. In Okinawa, it was used by local police (Ufumachi) to arrest criminals and control crowds, not primarily by peasants for plowing as is often mythologized.
About
Sai has no blade edge. It is used for blunt strikes, thrusting, and primarily trapping and breaking opponent blades (Katanas) using the side prongs (Yoku).