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- Jun 19, 2025
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Challenge 82: Kuji Kiri
This week, we are going to be learning some hand dexterity techniques for relaxation and concentration.What is Kuji Kiri?
Fun explanation video:
(Or search "What ninja hand seals were actually for" by LetsaskShogo on Youtube)
Basically, they're ancient focus techniques practiced by monks and samurai both as forms of prayer or a kind of meditation.
There are nine seals that need to be performed in succession; each representing a different element.
When looking into this yourself, you may find contradictory information on what signs come in what order and what they're called; but don't worry about finding the "right" sequence, just pick whichever you like.
Goal:
By learning to these seals, you'll occupy yourself with something new and will always have a fidgeting method in hand to calm or distract yourself.
Some resources you can learn from:
(NOTE: Be sure to warm up your hands and fingers up before you try this. Don't hurt yourself.)
(Or search "KUJI-IN: Learn To Perform The 9 Ninja MUDRAS" on youtube)
