About the product

*Although the Aqua Titanium's effects will not be lost even if the product gets wet, repeated wetting and washing may cause damage to the material (fabric, etc.). *To ensure the product lasts a long time, please avoid using a washing machine. *The actual color may appear different depending on your monitor settings. Thank you for your understanding. ◆サイズガイド M (Knee circumference: approx. 2535cm) L (Knee circumference: approx. 3141cm) (Product length: approx. 25cm / Pad thickness: 12mm)


The story behind the collaboration with Phiten

-Please tell us the background behind the founding of your company. The president"My grandfather was a craftsman at Matsukan Kogyo before going independent. I'm the third generation." Does this mean that the original company is Matsukan Kogyosha? The president"Yes, we became independent from there.
My grandfather was born in the Meiji era and was a Matsukan craftsman.
He asked for the daughter of the man and married her, and became independent.
I married the daughter of the head family and became independent." Phiten product development background
-Please tell us about the background to the development of the collaborative products with Phiten. The president"I'm a big fan of Phiten.
What's great about Phiten is that they only use loyal users of Phiten products in their advertising.
We ask this because top athletes themselves use Phiten products.
It's a great place to work." -What are the impressions of swordsmen wearing Phiten uniforms? The president"They can withstand long training sessions, and their arms move forward well.
Even my Iai master says that when you wear a juban, your arms move forward smoothly." -It's not just for kendo practitioners, but also for iaido teachers. The president"Many iaido practitioners use knee protection supports along with their undergarments.
Regarding the kendo uniform, the Dojo Federation Executive Director,
"This stuff doesn't work, but I still wear it."
Professor, that seems to be working (laughs)." -It seems like you love it haha. The president"He said, 'Well, I guess I'll just have to choose something.'
Incidentally, it took two years to develop the product. -So it was after much trial and error that it was finally released. The president"Chemical fibers tend to stick to things.
If it becomes difficult to wear, it will be all for nothing, so we put a lot of effort into that.

After that, we use genuine indigo dyeing to create texture and softness.
I thought it was our duty to make it with care." -Please tell us about the two years that were spent on development.
The president"We repeatedly tried out the prototypes. We also had customers who practice a lot try them on and received feedback.

Appearance is also important, so we decided to go with silver." -So you had a hard time ensuring effectiveness and comfort.
Please tell us what prompted you to develop this in the first place. The president"It just so happened that we were connected.
I've had neck problems for a while now, so I've been using Phiten products regularly.

Phiten's headquarters are in Kyoto, and they come to every Kyoto tournament.
We announced the product at the Kyoto convention four years ago." What are Phiten's strengths? -I heard it took about two years to develop the judo uniform.
Was it difficult to apply your technology? Yoshimune"We provide materials. For example, we have regular supporters,
This is not a supporter specifically designed for kendo.
It took time to take that into account and adapt it to suit kendo.

Regardless of the sport, rather than it being incompatible with our technology, we want to
It takes time to create a product that matches.” -How long have Phiten and Shokodo been making kendo products together? Yoshimune"About four years." -How are sales going compared to your expectations? Yoshimune"That's right. Until now, it hasn't been recognized in the kendo world.
Awareness of judo uniforms, hakama and supporter products is also increasing.

I participate in the Kyoto tournament every year,
Some people who bought it last year have come to visit us.
Not only are sales increasing, but awareness is also on the rise." Yoshimune"This uniform has an aqua titanium material inside the lining." -Is it this silver part? Yoshimune"That's right. For example, with tape, you relax the area where you applied it,
As for the judo uniform, the entire uniform will be covered in tape, so the effects of Aqua Titanium will be felt all over.
The more surface area that comes into contact with your body, the greater the relaxation effect.
It's a very effective product.

We discussed the comfort, weight and texture of the material with Shokodo and created the garment." -Shokodo provided the martial arts expertise. Yoshimune"We don't have any kendo or iaido skills, so we're working with Shokodo to create the equipment.
We are a manufacturer of health and sports products,
It's difficult to hear the detailed opinions of customers, but Matsukodo is able to pick them up.

We will continue to work with Shokodo to develop products that will please kendo enthusiasts." -It seems that this product is a condensed version of the knowledge of both parties. Thank you for your time today.