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The philosophy of non-violence learned from ninjas.
Aug 7, 20251 min read

The philosophy of non-violence learned from ninjas.

Win without fighting.

When you hear the word “ninja,” you may think of spies who run through the darkness of night or practitioners of spectacular martial arts. However, the essence of their actions lay in “avoiding battle.”
Shadows rather than swords, wisdom rather than strength.
The philosophy of the ninja is rooted in the spirit of “non-warfare,” which emphasizes staying inconspicuous, causing no harm, and minimizing conflict.

Advanced strategies to avoid unnecessary destruction.

The character for “endurance” is written as “heart under the blade.” In other words, it required suppressing emotions, avoiding conflict, and calmly doing one's best. Avoiding direct confrontation was not cowardice, but a sophisticated strategy to avoid unnecessary destruction.


“Ninja” is not merely about enduring.  
It involves imagining the pain of others, controlling one's own emotions, and striving for a better outcome.  
This mindset resonates even in modern times as a stance that values dialogue over conflict and understanding over force.

In modern society, conflict often leads to division, which can escalate into issues that threaten the fabric of society.  
In moments of disagreement or emotional tension, perhaps we need the ability to step back and imagine the other person's perspective, much like a ninja.  
What stops conflict is not logic, but the “quiet emotion” of empathy.