Koto [HK-13] Ittou Sai (Keichiku)

Koto class Shinai is known for its straight body, it has a thin Haribushi (body of the shinai) where is nearly just as thick as the Kensaki (tip), so the thickness of the Shinai seems to be uniform throughout the whole body. This gives the Shinai a very straight shape, and sometimes known as the "Straight Shinai".

Bamboo: Keichiku

Shinai Type: Normal Straight Haribushi & Normal Straight Kensaki tip

Handle Type: Normal

Tsuba Size: L (Male) / M (Female)

Shinai product specification guide

• General use in Japan explains in general which categories the Shinais are used in Japan. For International Kendo customers, check with your Renmei in case recommendations are different.
• Full Assembled Weight does not include Tsuba and Tsubadome, and the weight range is a guide where the fully assembled Shinai's weight will fall into for this model of the Shinai.
• Tsuka Diameter is taken at the end of the Tsuka of the Bamboo Shinai, and is a specification estimation.
• Basic assembly of Shinai does not include Tsuka or Tsuka Dome. Tsuka and Tsuka Dome will need to be purchase separately unless specified.

Information about Tsukagawa Size & Length

• Tsukagawa can stretch when it is fitted onto the Shinai or stretched over time after multiple use. The Standard length is an approximation, and customer need to take this into consideration when purchasing. Although Sankei Japan will ensure the length is as close to the standard length. Customers should not expect exact length but allow some deviation.