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The Surujin consists of a weighted chain or leather cord and can be found in two kinds: 'Tan Surujin' (short) and 'Naga Surujin' (long). The lengths are about 150-152 cm and 230-240 cm respectively. It is a weapon which can be easily hidden prior to use, and due to this fact can be devastatingly effective. Traditionally found with a bladed instrument at one end and a weight at the other, the Surujin techniques are very similar to those of the Nunchaku.

Leather cords are used for practice or kumite, whereas chains are favoured for demonstration.

Historically, suruchin was used by fishermen to allow them to pull their boats in whenwhere they might not be able to paddle;, the word ''suru'' refers to the hemp rope that was originally used, as this material is rot- and mold-resistant., Chinand ''jin'' (or jin''chin'') refers to thea weight as used to hold down light rice paper while writing. Based on its fishing origins, the first suruchin were most likely made withfrom flat rocks with holes drilled in them.

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