Shobo / Kakute (Finger Needle Ring)
Concealed / Pressure point weapon
Quick Facts
Martial Arts
OriginJapan (Ninjutsu / Koryū) (Muromachi / Edo Period)
Wield TypeSingle-handed (worn on finger)
MaterialWood or forged metal with sharp spike
Length7 - 12 cm cm
Weight0.05 - 0.1 kg kg
History
Traditional concealed weapon used by Shinobi and Kunoichi. A wooden peg or metallic finger ring with a spike hidden inside the palm amplifies pressure-point strikes and tears skin.
About
The spike facing into the palm or outward allows subtle pressure into nerve nodes (Kyusho), escape from grabs, and facial tearing without raising suspicion.