1. Johsai Budogu (Inage Ward, Chiba City)

Josai Budogu is a well-known tournament vendor. They have a store in Inage Ward, Chiba City, and opened a new store on March 16, 2018.

The store is known for its wide variety of Seiba tenugui, with an appealing selection that will satisfy everyone from beginners to advanced users.

Official site:http://www.e-josai.com

2. Kenshodo (Matsudo City)

This is a kendo armor specialty store located in Tokiwadaira, Matsudo City. The store manager's blog provides specialized information on kendo armor, and is packed with educational content.

Official site:http://www.kenshoudo.com/
Manager's blog:https://ameblo.jp/kenshoudo/

3. Kobudo (Ichikawa City)

This is the Ichikawa branch of Kobudo, which has two locations in Chiba Prefecture. There are tailoring craftsmen on-site.

They have a wide selection of domestically produced products, so it's especially recommended for those who are reluctant to buy products made overseas.

Official site:http://www.koubudo.com/

4. Kawada Kendo Equipment Store (Matsudo City)

Kawada Kendo Equipment is a store that specializes in hand-stitched martial arts equipment. We also carry our own brand of protective gear.

They also offer repairs and re-dyeing services, so you can receive support for a long time after purchase.

5. Martial Arts Specialty Store Budo Mobara Main Branch (Mobara City)

This is a martial arts equipment specialty store with its main store in Mobara City. We handle all types of martial arts equipment.

The website is easy to browse and offers original products. The "Budo Original Kote" is popular among many kendo practitioners.

Official site:http://www.budou.co.jp/

6. Kendo Equipment Shop Budo Funabashi Store (Funabashi City)

Budo is a martial arts equipment specialty store that makes Takeya-ryu Nakatomi-ha kendo equipment. We mainly carry kendo equipment, but also judo, karate, iaido, and other martial arts equipment.

From the selection of materials to cutting, sewing, and tailoring, every stitch of kendo equipment is carefully crafted by skilled craftsmen, with the aim of making it light, easy to use, and durable.

Official online shop:https://budo-kazusa.stores.jp/

7. Shinbudo (Narita City)

This kendo armor store is located in front of Narita City Hall and the Community Center. They handle all types of martial arts equipment and also repair armor.

8. Hokuto Budougu (Inage Ward, Chiba City)

We are a martial arts equipment store in Inage Ward, Chiba City. We have a wide range of products and can also embroider names. We also accept orders over the phone.

Official site:https://www.hokuto-budougu.com/

9. Kase Martial Arts Equipment Store (Sakura City)

This is a martial arts equipment store in Sakura City.

10. Chiba Budogu (Katsuura City)

This is a martial arts equipment store in Katsuura City.

11. Tadao Martial Arts Equipment Store (Matsudo City)

We are a martial arts equipment store in Matsudo City. In addition to our physical store, we also operate an online store for all types of martial arts equipment.

Our website also has a comprehensive question section for various protective gear. Please note that we may be closed temporarily when participating in tournaments, so we recommend calling before visiting to check.

12. Urayasu Budogu (Urayasu City)

This is a martial arts equipment store in Urayasu City.

13. Tsukuba Martial Arts Equipment (Kashiwa City)

This is a martial arts equipment store in Kashiwa City.

14. All Japan Budogu Co., Ltd. Funabashi Store (Funabashi City)

This is a new kendo armor store that opened in 2025. The store is located in Funabashi City.

15. BUSHIZO Shibuya Showroom (Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)

The BUSHIZO Shibuya showroom is a kendo armor specialty store located in Shibuya Ward, Tokyo, and is easily accessible from Chiba Prefecture. It is about 60 minutes from Chiba Station to Shibuya Station on the JR Sobu Line Rapid or Yamanote Line, making it an easily accessible location for people from Chiba Prefecture.

At our physical store, you can actually see and touch a wide range of kendo equipment, from protective gear sets such as masks, kote, do, and tare to bamboo swords, dogi, and hakama. Our experienced staff will help you choose the best kendo equipment for your level and purpose.

Official site:https://bushizo.com/

Summary: Tips for choosing a kendo equipment store in Chiba Prefecture

There are many excellent kendo armor specialty stores in Chiba Prefecture, each with its own unique features. If you're having trouble choosing a store, please refer to the following points.

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