Kohga Ninja Shuriken

The Kohga Ninja shuriken is a 6-point stainless steel throwing star built for martial arts training and collection. Each point uses an arrowhead profile that bites into targets cleanly, and the balanced 4-inch diameter keeps flight consistent whether you're learning or refining technique.

Kohga Ninja Shuriken Features and Specs

• 6-point arrowhead design: Each point uses an arrowhead profile that bites into the target cleanly on contact
• 3Cr13 stainless steel construction: Edge retention and corrosion resistance through repeated throwing sessions
• Etched center disc: The Kohga Ninja name and Japanese characters are etched into the center — a detail that separates it from generic shuriken and makes it display-worthy as well as functional
• 4-inch diameter: A balanced size that supports accurate, repeatable throws
• Nylon sheath with snap closure and belt loop included

The name references the historical Koga ninja clan, one of the two major schools of ninjutsu alongside the better-known Iga tradition. Six points strikes a middle ground in the throwing star lineup — more contact chances on an off-target throw than a simple 4-point design, without the added weight and complexity of an 8-point star. The etched center disc is a genuine detail rather than a printed sticker, which is part of what makes this a piece worth displaying as well as throwing.

What does "Kohga" mean, and is this based on a real historical design?

Kohga (also spelled Koga) refers to the Koga ninja clan of feudal Japan, historically one of the two most prominent ninjutsu lineages alongside the Iga clan. The name is a reference to that heritage rather than a claim that this exact 6-point arrowhead design is a documented historical artifact — shuriken design varied significantly across schools and eras, and this model reflects the tradition in spirit rather than an exact historical reproduction.

How does this compare to the Juji Shuriken?

The Juji Shuriken is the simpler 4-point cross design — the oldest, most predictable shuriken shape, a good starting point for new throwers. This 6-point Kohga Ninja trades some of that predictability for more contact chances per throw, plus the etched detail and included sheath. If you're just starting out, the Juji's simpler geometry is easier to read and correct. If you want more points and a display-worthy etched design, the Kohga Ninja is the better fit.

How does this compare to the Silver 6-Point Shuriken?

Both are 6-point, 4-inch, 3Cr13 stainless designs with a center hole — but this Kohga Ninja uses an arrowhead point profile and etched dragon-clan imagery for a more display-worthy look, while the Silver 6-Point Shuriken has a cleaner, more traditional symmetrical point shape and simpler kanji engraving. Same core performance either way — the choice comes down to which look you prefer.

Is a 6-point throwing star good for intermediate throwers?

Yes — six points is a common middle-ground choice once basic technique from a 4-point star is consistent. More points does mean the star is slightly heavier and the rotation timing shifts compared to a simpler design, so expect a short adjustment period if you're moving up from a 4-point star.

Explore the full throwing stars collection for other point-count options.