[5-50% off] *NEW* Premium Koto Shinai 'ICHIZAN'
[5-50% off] *NEW* Premium Koto Shinai 'ICHIZAN'
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ICHIZAN Koto Shinai
A premium Koto Jissengata Shinai: a straighter, traditional profile with its balance towards the tip, and a thinner Jissengata tip, finished for competition.
The ICHIZAN Koto Shinai is a Koto Jissengata Shinai. Its straighter, traditional profile has a thinner bulge through its body, which moves the centre of balance towards the tip, so the tip carries through each strike with a solid, authoritative feel. The thinner Jissengata tip brings the balance a little back towards the hands, so it stays quick and adaptable.
Its name, 一斬, means a single cut. Like every model in the Premium range, ICHIZAN is made to your specification: choose your fittings and Tsuru colour, or order the bamboo only.
Traditional Profile, Competition Finish
A Koto Shinai is straighter, with a thinner bulge through its body, so its balance sits towards the tip. ICHIZAN is finished with a thinner Jissengata tip, which brings the balance a little closer to the hands, and a match-grade finish, with firm, thick-walled staves finished slim for a crisp, decisive feel on impact.
It suits Kendoka who favour committed Tobikomi-Waza and Ai-Waza from longer distance, and who also look for Ippon with Oji-Waza and combinations.
Made to Your Specification
Choose your fittings and Tsuru colour and receive your ICHIZAN fully assembled and ready to use, or order the bamboo only to fit with your own fittings.
Key Features
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Koto Jissengata profile
A straighter, traditional profile with a thinner bulge, finished with a thinner Jissengata tip. -
Balance towards the tip
The tip carries through each strike for a solid, authoritative feel. -
Match-grade finish
Firm, thick-walled staves finished slim, for a crisp, decisive feel on impact. -
Standard round grip
A familiar round Tsuka, so the traditional feel comes from the profile rather than the grip. Approximately 25mm on size 39, measured on the bamboo without the Tsuka. -
Choice of fittings
Three fitting options, or the bamboo only. -
Choice of Tsuru colour
Seven Tsuru colours for fitted options. -
Made to federation standards
Made according to the All Japan Kendo Federation and International Kendo Federation standards. -
Sizes for men and juniors
Available in men's size 39, and in junior size 38. -
Part of the Premium range
Each Premium model carries its own name in bronze engraving.
A Clean Premium Option
A straighter, traditional Shinai for Kendoka who prefer a classic feel.
Made Your Way
Your choice of fittings and Tsuru colour, assembled for you.
Solid, Decisive Strikes
With the balance towards the tip, each strike carries weight and authority.
Size and Specification Guide
All our Shinai are made according to the All Japan Kendo Federation and International Kendo Federation standards. The weights below are the minimum and the lengths the maximum set out in the All Japan Kendo Federation guidelines for each size.
Bamboo contains natural oil that dries out over time. To help your Shinai keep its proper weight, please oil it regularly.
| Size | Suitable For | Guideline Weight | Guideline Max. Length |
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| 39 Men's | Men, university age and adult | 510g+ | 120cm |
| 38 | High school, approx. age 15 to 18 | 480g+ | 117cm |
Who Is ICHIZAN For?
ICHIZAN is for Kendoka who prefer a straighter, traditional Shinai with its balance towards the tip, finished to a competition standard.
It suits Kendoka whose Kendo is built on committed attacks from longer distance, from experienced competitors to high school juniors.
Choose Your Fittings
Fitted options are supplied fully assembled, with Tsuka, Sakigawa, Nakayui, and a Tsuru in your chosen colour. The options differ only in the Tsuka: the other parts are the same. Or order the bamboo only and fit your own.
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| — | No fittings | The bamboo only, for Kendoka who prefer to fit their own Tsuka, Sakigawa, Nakayui, and Tsuru | |
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Single Folded Basic Fittings | A standard leather Tsuka, folded once at the end | |
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Single Folded Deluxe ‘Gin’ Leather Fittings | A softer Deluxe ‘Gin’ leather Tsuka, folded once at the end | |
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Double Folded Deluxe ‘Gin’ Leather Fittings | A softer Deluxe ‘Gin’ leather Tsuka, folded twice at the end with two loops for the Tsuru, for extra durability | |
Choose Your Tsuru Colour
If you choose fittings, you can also choose the colour of the Tsuru, the string that runs along the back of the Shinai, opposite the striking side.
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| White | Yellow | Black | Blue |
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| Purple | Green | Red |
Please note: Shinai are made from natural bamboo, so slight variations in colour, grain, weight, and finish are normal. The product received may vary slightly from the product images. Please inspect your Shinai regularly and maintain it correctly before and after practice.
