Category: Kendo Shinai

Tozando's brandnew Kendo Shinai

Brandnew Kendo Shinai from Tozando!

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Tozando proudly introduces the brandnew Kendo Shinai and let’s take a look at the new arrivals and see what sets them apart from the rest. First up we have the Tokuren. This shinai is unmistakeable with its completely straight and slim profile. Made from four dense staves of madake bamboo Read More

Reflections on the Shinai’s History – Is the Shinai just a bamboo sword or is there more to it?

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A ‘Shinai’ is commonly known as a practice tool replacing a live blade in Kendo and Kenjutsu. And yet, it goes beyond being simply a tool in that it’s treated with reverence. More than just being a bamboo sword used during practice or competitions, by standing in for a real Read More