This time we will be featuring bamboo swords, which are popular among elementary school students. We boast one of the largest selections in Japan.

The online kendo store BUSHIZO introduces bamboo swords that are popular among elementary school students.

I hope this will be helpful when choosing a bamboo sword.

・Standards for Shinai for elementary school students

If you have never experienced kendo, you may not know what criteria to use when choosing a bamboo sword.

The standards for shinai vary depending on the age and gender of the user.

Choose from sizes 30 (Subzero Zero), 32 (Subni), 34 (Subyon), 35 (Sango), and 36 (Subroku).

You can use it freely, but it is a good idea to first ask your dojo teacher for instructions.

You will likely be recommended a size based on your grade, build, and skill level.

If you are unable to provide a specific size, please refer to the image below to select your size.

・Popular bamboo swords for elementary school students and younger

Complete bamboo sword, standard style, Ginpu style, for elementary school students, sizes 28-36

The most standard finished product! Made from reliable Katsura bamboo.
The tip leather, middle knot, and handle leather are all made in Japan.

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, size 36, slim, practical, with double floor mechanism

Although it is slim overall, it is a practical model with a slightly broad body.
Respond quickly and flexibly to any situation,

This bamboo sword is well-balanced and easy to swing, making it ideal for practical use.

Completed bamboo sword, doubari, tapered, practical, floor, W-type, size 36

It is a practical model with a sturdy body and tapered finish.
The center of gravity is closer to the hand due to the wide body, making it easy to swing.

The bamboo sword is easier to use, allowing you to feel a supple, bouncy feel when striking.

Completed bamboo sword "Oval type" Ginpu mechanism

The handle is carved into an oval shape to create an oval shape.
The shape of the blade conforms to the shape of the hand, making it easy to grip and making it easy to keep the blade in line when striking. It is also ideal for learning the correct hand technique.

[Western Japan Martial Arts Equipment] Solid Bio Hardcover "Retsu"

Try out the unique feel of Solid Bio.
As it is a standard model, it is the most adaptable of all bio shinai.

"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.

[Western Japan Martial Arts Equipment] Tapered Doubari “Zanshin”

This is the most standard practical bamboo sword made from Katsura bamboo from Taiwan.

It has excellent overall balance.

summary

The bamboo sword is one of the important elements in kendo. The feeling when you hit the target and the feeling when you grip the bamboo sword are important.

You won't know how it feels until you actually try it.

Find the one that suits you.

I'm sure that many of you reading this article are about to start kendo.

Of course, such people are not comfortable with the bamboo sword they are currently using.

I hope this helps people.