This time we are featuring kendo shinai. We are introducing popular shinai from the kendo mail order site BUSHIZO. We hope you will consider ease of use before making your selection.

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Bamboo swords for elementary school students, size 36 or smaller

Completed bamboo sword, Katsura bamboo, size 36 and under (for elementary school students), standard type, floor-mounted shinai (floor-mounted shinai)

The most standard finished product! Made from reliable Katsura bamboo. The tip leather, middle knot, and handle leather are all made in Japan. Please take this opportunity to try it out. This bamboo sword is made from Taiwanese Katsura bamboo in a factory in Indonesia. This is a durable bamboo sword that we are confident in its quality.

Solid Bio Hardcover "RETSU"

37 bamboo sword for junior high school students

Completed bamboo sword, Katsuratake 37 (for junior high school students), with floor-mounted shinai system

The most standard finished product! Made from reliable Katsura bamboo. The tip leather, middle knot, and handle leather are all made in Japan. Please take this opportunity to try it out. This bamboo sword is made from Taiwanese Katsura bamboo in a factory in Indonesia. This is a durable bamboo sword that we are confident in its quality.

Completed bamboo sword, Katsuratake 37 (for junior high school students), oval-shaped, floor-mounted shinai (bamboo sword)

Completed Shinai (bamboo sword) Katsuratake 37 (for junior high school students) with a tapered body and double floor structure

It has a sturdy body and a tapered finish, making it a practical model. The handle is slightly thick. Because of the thick body, the center of gravity is placed closer to the grip, making it easy to swing.

Completed bamboo sword, Katsuratake 37 (for junior high school students), slim, practical, with double floor mechanism

It has a thick body and is tapered to make the tip even lighter, making it a bamboo sword suitable for actual combat with a center of gravity close to the grip and easy to swing. This product has been trimmed to ensure overall balance.

Hyate Bessaku (Hyate Bessaku) 37-39

The most standard combat model with excellent overall balance. We have a wide range of sizes available, from 37 to 39, including women's sizes. Left hand thickness 39 Width: 23mm, Height: 29mm 38 Width: 22mm, Height: 28mm

Practical Pattern Short "Shomai" 37-39

A practical short-handled type. ■ Handle length 37: Size 35 38: Size 36 39: 37 size

Handmade for practical matches, made by Yoshiyuki Kuni, sizes 37-39 (women's sizes also available)

*Because this is a popular bamboo sword, it will take 1-2 weeks to produce. Work by Kuniyoshi Koresaku This is a product for actual matches, made from carefully selected materials and balanced by hand. This is a popular bamboo sword that is used by many famous athletes, including members of the World Championship team.

Solid Bio Practical "Godou" (GODOU) 37-39

It is a popular product. Try out the unique feel of Solid Bio. "Solid Bio Shinai" Smoking at high temperatures reduces thermal softening caused by overheating, softening wood fibers and lignin, and homogenizing the resin liquid that is originally present inside the bamboo improves viscosity and elasticity, and also increases the hardness of the bamboo. It is also less likely to splinter and is designed with safety in mind.

Solid Bio Handmade for Actual Game Use, Yoshiyuki Kuni, 37-39

*Because this is a popular bamboo sword, it will take 1-2 weeks to produce. Work by Kuniyoshi Koresaku Made from carefully selected materials and hand-carved for balance, this is a match-ready product. This is a popular bamboo sword that is used by many famous players, including members of the World Championship team. Yuki Tsuchiya was also one of them. "Solid Bio Shinai" Smoking at high temperatures reduces thermal softening caused by overheating, softening wood fibers and lignin, and homogenizing the resin liquid that is originally present inside the bamboo improves viscosity and elasticity, and also increases the hardness of the bamboo. It is also less likely to splinter and is designed with safety in mind. Material: Taiwanese material Made in Indonesia

HASEGAWA Carbon Shinai 37 (Round Straight Sword) *Women's version also available

This is a carbon fiber jacket for junior high school students. There are ones for both men and women. The weights are 405g and 370g. Carbon is an extremely durable material It is almost impossible to break. This is the perfect item for children who often break their bamboo swords due to poor hitting during practice!

HASEGAWA Carbon Shinai 37 (Round Body) for Junior High School Boys

This is a carbon fiber jacket for junior high school students. This bamboo sword weighs only 405g. Because it is a body-wide type, it is easy to perform counter techniques and wrap around the opponent. Carbon is also an extremely durable material. It is almost impossible to break. This is the perfect item for children who often break their bamboo swords due to poor hitting during practice!

Completed bamboo sword, Katsuratake 37 (for junior high school students), with floor-mounted shinai system

This is a standard, reasonably priced product with the most orthodox shape suitable for practice.

Completed bamboo sword, Katsuratake 37 (for junior high school students), oval-shaped, floor-mounted shinai (bamboo sword)

Completed Shinai (bamboo sword) Katsuratake 37 (for junior high school students) with a tapered body and double floor structure

It has a sturdy body and a tapered finish, making it a practical model. The handle is slightly thick. Because of the thick body, the center of gravity is placed closer to the grip, making it easy to swing. The most standard combat model with excellent overall balance. We have a wide range of sizes available, from 37 to 39, including women's sizes. Left hand thickness 39 Width: 23mm, Height: 29mm 38 Width: 22mm, Height: 28mm

Practical short "Snow Flower" women's size 37-39

For girls A practical short-handled type. ■ Handle length 37: Size 35 38: Size 36 39: 37 size Material: Taiwanese material Made in Indonesia

Practical "Kasumi" (KASUMI) 37-39 Women

For girls Please try this gorgeously balanced and pure product. ■ Pattern thickness 38: 23cm 39: 23.5cm

Practical "KIHOU" 37-39 Women

For girls It is a real, practical model. ■ Pattern thickness 38: 23.5cm 39: 24.5cm Material: Taiwanese material Made in Indonesia

Handmade for practical matches, made by Yoshiyuki Kuni, sizes 37-39 (women's sizes also available)

*Because this is a popular bamboo sword, it will take 1-2 weeks to produce. Work by Kuniyoshi Koresaku This is a product for actual matches, made from carefully selected materials and balanced by hand. This is a popular bamboo sword that is used by many famous athletes, including members of the World Championship team.

HASEGAWA Carbon Shinai 37 (Round Straight Sword) *Women's version also available

This is a carbon fiber jacket for junior high school students. There are ones for both men and women. The weights are 405g and 370g. Carbon is an extremely durable material It is almost impossible to break. This is the perfect item for children who often break their bamboo swords due to poor hitting during practice!

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Completed bamboo sword, Katsuratake 38 (for high school students), with floor-mounted shinai system

This is a standard, reasonably priced product with the most orthodox shape suitable for practice.

Completed bamboo sword, Katsuratake 38 (for high school students), oval-shaped floor-mounted shinai

This bamboo sword is made from Taiwanese Katsura bamboo in a factory in Indonesia. This is a durable bamboo sword that we are confident in its quality. The oval shape is said to be good for correcting your grip.

Solid Bio Hardcover "RETSU"

Complete Shinai (Shini) HIRAMEKI Bio Ginpu Style 37~39 *Compliant with new regulations

This is a completed product with floor pattern leather W type attached. It has a short handle.

Hyate Bessaku (Hyate Bessaku) 37-39

The most standard combat model with excellent overall balance. We have a wide range of sizes available, from 37 to 39, including women's sizes. Left hand thickness 39 Width: 23mm, Height: 29mm 38 Width: 22mm, Height: 28mm

Practical Pattern Short "Shomai" 37-39

A practical short-handled type. ■ Handle length 37: Size 35 38: Size 36 39: 37 size

Handmade for practical matches, made by Yoshiyuki Kuni, sizes 37-39 (women's sizes also available)

*Because this is a popular bamboo sword, it will take 1-2 weeks to produce. Work by Kuniyoshi Koresaku This is a product for actual matches, made from carefully selected materials and balanced by hand. This is a popular bamboo sword that is used by many famous athletes, including members of the World Championship team.

Solid Bio Practical "Godou" (GODOU) 37-39

It is a popular product. Try out the unique feel of Solid Bio. "Solid Bio Shinai" Smoking at high temperatures reduces thermal softening caused by overheating, softening wood fibers and lignin, and homogenizing the resin liquid that is originally present inside the bamboo improves viscosity and elasticity, and also increases the hardness of the bamboo. It is also less likely to splinter and is designed with safety in mind.

Solid Bio Handmade for Actual Game Use, Yoshiyuki Kuni, 37-39

*Because this is a popular bamboo sword, it will take 1-2 weeks to produce. Work by Kuniyoshi Koresaku Made from carefully selected materials and hand-carved to adjust the balance for practical use in matches. This is a popular bamboo sword that is used by many famous players, including members of the World Championship team. Yuki Tsuchiya was also one of them. "Solid Bio Shinai" Smoking at high temperatures reduces thermal softening caused by overheating, softening wood fibers and lignin, and homogenizing the resin liquid that is originally present inside the bamboo improves viscosity and elasticity, and also increases the hardness of the bamboo. It is also less likely to splinter and is designed with safety in mind. Material: Taiwanese material Made in Indonesia

Completed Shinai (Shini) HIRAMEKI Doubari Practical Stand, Size 38+ (Women's version also available), Compliant with New Regulations

As a popular series of practical armor that allows you to flash your skills, This bamboo sword is the result of a variety of ingenious efforts, and as a finished product it has excellent balance and is very distinctive. There are 37 patterns available. (Both 39 and 38 are 31cm from the bottom hem.) Material: Taiwanese material

Completed bamboo sword, antique sword, double-structured (38, 39)

This is a completed product with floor pattern leather W type attached. ■ Thickness of the left hand grip 38 and 39 common → 26~27mm ■ Thickness of the tip 38・39 common → 27~28mm including tip leather

Katsura bamboo octagonal oval octagonal body thick handle "Yatsurugi" 38〜

It is an octagonal oval that is easy to grip and swings lightly. Handle thickness 38: 28mm 39: 28mm 39: 30mm

Katsura bamboo regular octagonal octagonal body wide thick handle "Yatsurugi" 38〜

It has a wide body and a thick handle, making it light and easy to swing. Handle thickness 38: 27mm 39: 27mm

Katsuratake Practical Octagonal Oval "Octagonal Mu-i" 38~

The octagonal oval shape is the most comfortable shape when holding a bamboo sword. It is a sturdy octagonal shape, so it will not become round even when you put in a leather handle. It is a standard practical octagonal oval shape. Handle thickness ・38 28mm (31mm long, 25mm wide)

Katsuratake regular octagon Octagonal old sword handle "Yae Tsurugi" 38~

It has a thick handle and is a straight sword type. Handle thickness 38: 27mm 39: 27mm

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Completed bamboo sword, Katsuratake 38 (for high school students), with floor-mounted shinai system

This is a standard, reasonably priced product with the most orthodox shape suitable for practice.

Completed bamboo sword, Katsuratake 38 (for high school students), oval-shaped floor-mounted shinai

This bamboo sword is made from Taiwanese Katsura bamboo in a factory in Indonesia. This is a durable bamboo sword that we are confident in its quality. The oval shape is said to be good for correcting your grip.

Solid Bio Hardcover "RETSU"

Complete Shinai (Shini) HIRAMEKI Bio Ginpu Style 37~39 *Compliant with new regulations

This is a completed product with floor pattern leather W type attached. It has a short handle. The most standard combat model with excellent overall balance. We have a wide range of sizes available, from 37 to 39, including women's sizes. Left hand thickness 39 Width: 23mm, Height: 29mm 38 Width: 22mm, Height: 28mm

Handmade for practical matches, made by Yoshiyuki Kuni, sizes 37-39 (women's sizes also available)

*Because this is a popular bamboo sword, it will take 1-2 weeks to produce. Work by Kuniyoshi Koresaku This is a product for actual matches, made from carefully selected materials and balanced by hand. This is a popular bamboo sword that is used by many famous athletes, including members of the World Championship team.

Completed Shinai (Shini) HIRAMEKI Doubari Practical Stand, Size 38+ (Women's version also available), Compliant with New Regulations

As a popular series of practical armor that allows you to flash your skills, This bamboo sword is the result of a variety of ingenious efforts, and as a finished product it has excellent balance and is very distinctive. There are 37 patterns available. (Both 39 and 38 are 31cm from the bottom hem.) Material: Taiwanese material

Practical short "Snow Flower" women's size 37-39

For girls A practical short-handled type. ■ Handle length 37: Size 35 38: Size 36 39: 37 size Material: Taiwanese material Made in Indonesia

Practical "Kasumi" (KASUMI) 37-39 Women

For girls Please try this gorgeously balanced and pure product. ■ Pattern thickness 38: 23cm 39: 23.5cm

Practical "KIHOU" 37-39 Women

For girls It is a real, practical model. ■ Pattern thickness 38: 23.5cm 39: 24.5cm Material: Taiwanese material Made in Indonesia

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Specially made bamboo antique sword, new tate-kake, octagonal oval "Hakaku Hakkei" 39

It has a light and smooth swing feel, making it ideal for matches. The real bamboo octagonal oval coins feel great when you hit them, so we recommend you try them out. Handle thickness 28mm, 30mm

Specially made bamboo, tapered, octagonal oval "Octagonal Tenjin" 39

The octagonal oval shape is the most comfortable shape when holding a bamboo sword. It is a sturdy octagonal shape, so it will not become round even when you put in a leather handle. Handle thickness 28mm, 30mm

Bamboo Old Sword, Newly Cut "Taisen" 39

This is by far the most popular bamboo sword made from Chinese real bamboo. Recently, knotted wood has become popular, and it is a straight blade with a vertical surface carved from heavy, carefully selected wood. It was also used by Rentaro Kunitomo. Left hand grip thickness → 26mm, 28mm Material: Chinese bamboo Made in Indonesia

Specially made bamboo antique sword, octagonal oval "Shishio" 39

Made with carefully selected materials for strength. Straight and easy to perform tricks. Handle thickness 27.5mm

Bamboo Straight Sword "Chikuzen" 39

It has an orthodox straight blade shape and is easy to handle without any quirks. While the number of straight swords with knots left on them is increasing, this one has had the knots removed. It is a sturdy, strong bamboo sword. ■ Left hand grip thickness →Diameter 26mm ■Materials →Chinese materials ■Production → Indonesia

Bamboo Straight Sword with Short Handle "Kunimitsu" 39

An orthodox straight sword made from real bamboo. It is finished with a short handle (length 37). ■ Left hand grip thickness →26mm Material: Chinese bamboo Made in Indonesia

Old-style bamboo sword with extra-thick handle "Mugen" (silver) 39

This is a popular bamboo sword. It is an extremely thick straight sword, making it easy to handle. The standard specification is 30mm left hand thickness. ■ Left hand grip thickness →30mm, 29mm, 28mm *If you specify, we will cut from 30mm. Material: Chinese bamboo Made in Indonesia

Solid Bio Old Sword Type Handle "Naotsugu Tenryu" (NAOTSUGU) 39

The rugged-looking construction is not inferior to that of real bamboo. ■ Left hand grip thickness →28mm Material: Taiwanese Katsura bamboo Made in Indonesia

Completed Shinai (Hirameki) Old Sword Stand, Floor W Structure 39 (Women's version also available) *Complies with new regulations

As a popular series of practical armor that allows you to flash your skills, This bamboo sword is the result of a variety of ingenious efforts, and as a finished product it has excellent balance and is very distinctive. There are 37 patterns available. (Both 39 and 38 are 31cm from the bottom hem.) 39 (Left-hand handle thickness 25mm, 26mm) 39 General Women's (Left Hand Thickness 24mm) Material: Taiwanese material Made in Indonesia

Antique sword, new tachi-kuri short handle "KOGO" 39

It is a straight sword that is slender from the tip to the handle, carved out of extremely heavy material. It has been finished with a short handle. ■ Left hand grip thickness →25mm Material: Taiwan wood Katsura bamboo Made in Indonesia

Solid Bio Hardcover "RETSU"

Complete Shinai (Shini) HIRAMEKI Bio Ginpu Style 37~39 *Compliant with new regulations

This is a completed product with floor pattern leather W type attached. It has a short handle.

Hyate Bessaku (Hyate Bessaku) 37-39

Practical Pattern Short "Shomai" 37-39

A practical short-handled type. ■ Handle length 37: Size 35 38: Size 36 39: 37 size

Handmade for practical matches, made by Yoshiyuki Kuni, sizes 37-39 (women's sizes also available)

*Because this is a popular bamboo sword, it will take 1-2 weeks to produce. Work by Kuniyoshi Koresaku This is a product for actual matches, made from carefully selected materials and balanced by hand. This is a popular bamboo sword that is used by many famous athletes, including members of the World Championship team.

Solid Bio Practical "Godou" (GODOU) 37-39

It is a popular product. Try out the unique feel of Solid Bio. "Solid Bio Shinai" Smoking at high temperatures reduces thermal softening caused by overheating, softening wood fibers and lignin, and homogenizing the resin liquid that is originally present inside the bamboo improves viscosity and elasticity, and also increases the hardness of the bamboo. It is also less likely to splinter and is designed with safety in mind.

Solid Bio Handmade for Actual Game Use, Yoshiyuki Kuni, 37-39

*Because this is a popular bamboo sword, it will take 1-2 weeks to produce. Work by Kuniyoshi Koresaku Made from carefully selected materials and hand-carved to adjust the balance for practical use in matches. This is a popular bamboo sword that is used by many famous players, including members of the World Championship team. Yuki Tsuchiya was also one of them. "Solid Bio Shinai" Smoking at high temperatures reduces thermal softening caused by overheating, softening wood fibers and lignin, and homogenizing the resin liquid that is originally present inside the bamboo improves viscosity and elasticity, and also increases the hardness of the bamboo. It is also less likely to splinter and is designed with safety in mind. Material: Taiwanese material Made in Indonesia

Completed Shinai (Shini) HIRAMEKI Doubari Practical Stand, Size 38+ (Women's version also available), Compliant with New Regulations

As a popular series of practical protective gear that allows you to flash your skills, This bamboo sword is the result of a variety of ingenious efforts, and as a finished product it has excellent balance and is very distinctive. There are 37 patterns available. (Both 39 and 38 are 31cm from the bottom hem.) Material: Taiwanese material

Completed bamboo sword, antique sword, double-structured (38, 39)

This is a completed product with floor pattern leather W type attached. ■ Thickness of the left hand grip 38 and 39 common → 26~27mm ■ Thickness of the tip 38・39 common → 27~28mm including tip leather

Katsura bamboo octagonal oval octagonal body thick handle "Yatsurugi" 38〜

It is an octagonal oval that is easy to grip and swings lightly. Handle thickness 38: 28mm 39: 28mm 39: 30mm

Katsura bamboo, regular octagonal, octagonal body, thick handle "Yatsurugi" 38~ (Shinbu)

It has a wide body and a thick handle, making it light and easy to swing. Handle thickness 38: 27mm 39: 27mm

Katsuratake Practical Octagonal Oval "Octagonal Mu-i" 38~

The octagonal oval shape is the most comfortable shape when holding a bamboo sword. It is a sturdy octagonal shape, so it will not become round even when you put in a leather handle. It is a standard practical octagonal oval shape. Handle thickness ・38 28mm (31mm long, 25mm wide)

Katsuratake regular octagon Octagonal old sword handle "Yae Tsurugi" 38~

It has a thick handle and is a straight sword type. Handle thickness 38: 27mm 39: 27mm

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Bamboo Old Sword Shintachi-gumi Miwa 39 Women

Solid Bio Hardcover "RETSU"

Complete Shinai (Shini) HIRAMEKI Bio Ginpu Style 37~39 *Compliant with new regulations

This is a completed product with floor pattern leather W type attached. It has a short handle. The most standard combat model with excellent overall balance. We have a wide range of sizes available, from 37 to 39, including women's sizes. Left hand thickness 39 Width: 23mm, Height: 29mm 38 Width: 22mm, Height: 28mm

Handmade for practical matches, made by Yoshiyuki Kuni, sizes 37-39 (women's sizes also available)

*Because this is a popular bamboo sword, it will take 1-2 weeks to produce. Work by Kuniyoshi Koresaku This is a product for actual matches, made from carefully selected materials and balanced by hand. This is a popular bamboo sword that is used by many famous athletes, including members of the World Championship team.

Completed Shinai (Shini) HIRAMEKI Doubari Practical Stand, Size 38+ (Women's version also available), Compliant with New Regulations

As a popular series of practical armor that allows you to flash your skills, This bamboo sword is the result of a variety of ingenious efforts, and as a finished product it has excellent balance and is very distinctive. There are 37 patterns available. (Both 39 and 38 are 31cm from the bottom hem.) Material: Taiwanese material

Madake Practical Red Dragon 39 Women's

Practical short "Snow Flower" women's size 37-39

For girls A practical short-handled type. ■ Handle length 37: Size 35 38: Size 36 39: 37 size Material: Taiwanese material Made in Indonesia

Practical "Kasumi" (KASUMI) 37-39 Women

For girls Please try this gorgeously balanced and pure product. ■ Pattern thickness 38: 23cm 39: 23.5cm

Practical "KIHOU" 37-39 Women

For girls It is a real, practical model. ■ Pattern thickness 38: 23.5cm 39: 24.5cm Material: Taiwanese material Made in Indonesia

4 bamboo swords, 120cm

BUSHIZO, a select shop for kendo equipment, has a wide selection of products. Shop here

summary

What do you think? Shinai are an important factor that influences your performance in kendo. The stronger the player, the more particular they are about their shinai. You won't know how it feels when you strike or grip it until you try it out. It's a good idea to try out a variety of shinai to find the one that really suits you. How to care for your shinai [Kenpou Edition] A summary of the correct way to care for your shinai! Learn the basics of kendo. Please refer to the following.

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