The naginata (なぎなた) is a traditional Japanese weapon that consists of a long wooden staff topped with a curved blade similar to that of a sword. Originally from Japan, it has been used since the Heian period (794-1185) both on battlefields and in martial practices. The naginata was especially popular among samurai and women of the warrior class, who used it to defend their homes. This weapon allows you to maintain a distance with the opponent, combining cutting and thrusting techniques. Today, the practice of naginata is kept alive in the martial art of naginatajutsu, focusing on discipline, respect and technique.