Nunchaku, more commonly known as the "nunchucks", is a traditional East Asian [[weapon]] that consists of two sticks connected at their ends with a short chain or rope.

While often associated with Chinese and Okinawan martial arts, most long chained and small handle nunchaku were actually created in the Philippines, where they are called [b]Tabak-Toyok[/b] and are commonly known as [b]Chako[/b].  The Chako is often used as a street weapon in brawls.  The smaller size of the Tabak-Toyok allows for easy concealment and everyday carry.  The weapon is best used at long-range.

This small handle type of nunchaku is more often used for quick and multiple strikes than grips or holds (like its Chinese and Japanese counterparts), and was popularized by [[Bruce Lee]] after he was introduced to them by his Flilipino fellow martial artist and friend, Dan Inosanto.

Not to be confused with [[three section staff]].

h4. See also

* [[flail]]
* [[List of weapons]]
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