





The Kanawa (金輪) was a ring-like ninja weapon, essentially a sharp, bladed metal ring, sometimes used with a rope, designed to capture enemies or for close combat. It resembles the Indian chakram in its bladed-ring design but was a distinct Japanese tool, similar to the rings found on old cooking stoves. The Kanawa was notable for its versatility, functioning as a throwing weapon, a melee weapon, or a tool for grasping and hooking opponents, and was sometimes even handled by female ninjas