This is a new store that opened in September 2022 as a physical store for the kendo equipment select shop BUSHIZO, and is attracting attention in Ishikawa Prefecture.

This is a unique and special store that offers one of the largest product selections in the country, careful support from specialized staff, and also functions as a kendo community.

Store Features

• The shop has one of the largest selections of products in the country
• Over 20 types of products from various famous manufacturers such as Mitsuboshi, Nishinippon Budogu, and Matsukan Kogyo are on display.
• Staff with extensive knowledge of kendo equipment are always on hand to provide expert advice
• A fulfilling environment where you can see, touch, and experience the charm of kendo equipment that you can't find in catalogs or online shopping
• Courteous customer service with an emphasis on "personalized support"

Shop information

Street address: 2nd floor, Saishikan, 1-14-102 Sakuradacho, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, 920-0057

phone number: 076-256-1901 (090-1635-2301)

business hours:
Weekdays: Closed in principle (please contact us if you wish to stay)
・Saturday and Sunday: 9:00-19:00
*Business hours are subject to change, so please call us before visiting.

Operating company: Saishikan Co., Ltd.

Official site: https://bushizo.com/pages/kanazawasaishikan

Our Team

Our advisory staff, including Take Kyoka, will use their extensive knowledge to provide you with helpful suggestions and shopping support.

Choosing protective gear is difficult, so it's important to consult with others and listen to their advice before making your selection.

Special initiatives at Saishikan

BUSHIZO Kanazawa Saishikan store is not just a store selling kendo equipment.

There is a dojo on the first floor of the same building, called "Saishikan," which aims to be the world's best kendo community, providing a space where people who are starting kendo, who love kendo, or who support kendo can gather freely, talk, and learn from each other.

• Events: We invite top athletes and instructors from around the country to give lectures and provide practical training. In the past, we have invited top athletes from around the country, including All Japan Championship winners Hoshiko, Matsuzaki, and Morooka.
• Boys and Girls Kendo Classes: We provide careful instruction in the etiquette and basics of kendo for young children and elementary school students.
• Group Coaching: For those who want to improve their kendo skills, we provide one-on-one instruction on a three-person basis, from the basics to application and practice.

Image source: Hayashito Martial Arts Shop Official Website

Located in Jingujicho, Kanazawa City, this is a comprehensive martial arts equipment store that handles a wide range of martial arts equipment, including not only kendo but also judo, karate, naginata, and iaijutsu.

The store has an attractive selection of products to suit a variety of martial arts, and also handles repairs and cleaning of embroidery, bibs, and armor.

Image source: Hayashito Martial Arts Shop Official Website

Shop information

Street address: 1-83 Jingujicho, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, 920-0803

phone number: 076-252-2220

Email: budou@chive.ocn.ne.jp

business hours: 9:00 ~ 19:00
*Business hours are subject to change, so please call us before visiting.

Regular holiday: Mondays (or the following Tuesday if Monday is a public holiday)
*Closing days may change, so please call before visiting.

parking: 2 units available

access: 10 minutes walk from JR Higashi-Kanazawa Station

Official site: https://rindoubudougu.jp

Store Features

• A comprehensive martial arts equipment store that handles a wide range of martial arts equipment, including kendo, judo, karate, swords, and iaido
• We also handle repairs and cleaning of embroidery, bibs, and protective gear.
• Located along the grounds of Kanazawa Municipal Naruwa Junior High School
• Accepts various credit cards, PayPay, and d-payment

Image source: Hashimoto Budogu Official Website

We are a trusted martial arts equipment store located in Kamiaraya, Kanazawa City.

We can manufacture and repair kendo armor, as well as provide souvenirs, and we also offer comprehensive after-sales service.

The owner, who has experience in kendo, also makes original armor, making this a popular shop with many customers who visit just to buy it.

Shop information

Street address: 7-67 Kamiaraya, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, 921-8063

phone number: 076-249-8233

business hours: 9:00 ~ 19:00
*Business hours are subject to change, so please call us before visiting.

Regular holiday: Monday (open on public holidays)
*Closing days may change, so please call before visiting.

Official site: https://budobzn.wixsite.com

Store Features

• We handle a variety of services, including manufacturing, repair, and souvenirs of kendo armor.
• Run by a store owner with kendo experience
• Original armor can be created
• Comprehensive after-sales service
• We also have a wide selection of bamboo swords, kendo uniforms and hakama, and protective gear bags.

This is a martial arts equipment specialty store located in Komatsu City, which opened in April 2014.

As the only martial arts equipment store in Komatsu City, it has established roots in the local community, and its one-of-a-kind custom-made Japanese swords are very popular as gifts.

They are perfect as souvenirs or gifts, and the owner's warm personality creates a homey atmosphere that draws you in.

Shop information

Street address: 〒923-0851 47 Kitaasaicho, Komatsu City, Ishikawa Prefecture

phone number: 0761-48-5007

business hours: 11:00 ~ 19:00
*Business hours are subject to change, so please call us before visiting.

Regular holiday: Sundays, 1st and 3rd Mondays
*Closing days may change, so please call before visiting.

Store Features

• The only martial arts equipment store in Komatsu City
• One-of-a-kind custom-made Japanese swords are popular
• Ideal as a souvenir or gift
• The owner's warm personality is appealing
• The building looks like a house, with the store on the first floor.