A little known fact about the Shuriken is that it originated in Japan and was adopted by the Chinese during the early times. This small sword is of average size and has a cross guard. Its length is between 4.5 inches to 5.5 inches long and it weighs between one and two pounds. The blade is also known as makizashi or tanto in Japanese and is a short sword that has a flat edge and is much preferred over longer swords. This weapon is used by Japanese fighting masters such as Ueshiba and Isamu Senju. The two masters are among the six most senior karate teachers in the country and…