The Sai: Okinawa's Non-Lethal Weapon

Okinawan police wielded the Sai centuries before modern batons existed. This three pronged

metal truncheon was designed specifically for disarming attackers without lethal force. The center blade

catches and pins weapons while the side prongs trap swords and staffs in a twisting motion.

Officers trained to flip it instantly from defensive to striking position. The blunt tip delivered

controlled strikes to pressure points. Law enforcement across Okinawa mastered this weapon to maintain

order while minimizing casualties. Today martial artists still practice these ancient techniques

that prove effective control doesn't require a blade.