{"product_id":"kensei-red-dobari-shinai","title":"[5-50% off] *NEW* Ultimate Dobari Shinai 'KENSEI RED'","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ksd\" style=\"--ksd-accent:#d71f20;--ksd-hero-from:#111827;--ksd-hero-to:#d71f20\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-notice\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMen's and ladies' size 39 usually ship in 1 to 2 business days. Junior sizes (36 to 38) usually ship in 7 to 10 business days.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-hero ksd-hero--logo\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-hero__logo ksd-hero__logo--mark\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"剣星 KENSEI\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/kensei-kanji.png?v=1793140495\u0026amp;width=400\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ksd-badge\"\u003eSingle Shinai\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKENSEI Red Dobari Shinai\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Dobari Jissengata Shinai with its weight drawn towards the hands, giving a light-feeling tip for fast, sharp striking in Shiai and Ji-Geiko.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-split\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-split__text\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ksd-intro\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKENSEI Red Dobari Shinai\u003c\/strong\u003e is the competition-oriented model of the KENSEI Standard range. It combines a Dobari body, fuller through the lower section, with a thinner Jissengata tip, which brings the centre of gravity closer to the hands and lets the Shinai swing with a light, quick feeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ksd-intro\"\u003eWithin the KENSEI Standard range, each model is identified by the colour of its 剣星 mark, and this model carries the mark in red, 赤.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-split__media\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"KENSEI Red Dobari Shinai with a broader Dobari profile, balance closer to the hands, and 26mm standard grip\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/kensei-red-kv.jpg?v=1793369265\u0026amp;width=800\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1071\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-section ksd-side\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWeight Towards the Hands\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Dobari Shinai has a broader body, fuller through its lower section, and a Jissengata Shinai a thinner tip. KENSEI Red combines both, so the centre of gravity sits closer to the hands, the tip feels light, and the Shinai can be moved quickly and precisely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handling suits attacks from close distance, fast combinations, Oji-Waza, Hiki-Waza, and Tobikomi-Waza, where a quick tip matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-highlight\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSingle Dobari Jissengata Shinai\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product includes \u003cstrong\u003e1 x KENSEI Red Dobari Shinai\u003c\/strong\u003e, supplied fully assembled with a leather Tsuka and ready to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ksd-list ksd-list--cols\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDobari Jissengata profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA body fuller through the lower section and a thinner tip, both bringing the balance closer to the hands for match-ready handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight-feeling tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe centre of gravity sits closer to the hands, so the Shinai swings with a light, quick feeling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for fast technique\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuited to close-distance attacks, combinations, Oji-Waza, Hiki-Waza, and Tobikomi-Waza.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard round grip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA familiar round Tsuka, so the difference in handling comes from the profile rather than the grip. Approximately 26mm on size 39, measured on the bamboo without the Tsuka.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady to use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSupplied fully assembled with a leather Tsuka, so it can go straight into Keiko.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade to federation standards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMade according to the All Japan Kendo Federation and International Kendo Federation standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes for adults and juniors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvailable in men's and ladies' size 39, and in junior sizes from 36 to 38.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart of the KENSEI Standard range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach KENSEI model is identified by the colour of its 剣星 mark; this one carries it in red.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-grid ksd-grid--2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-soft\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMade for Shiai\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast, competition-oriented handling for Kendoka who want speed in matches and Ji-Geiko.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-soft\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Step on from All-Purpose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Kendoka moving on from an all-purpose Shinai, KENSEI Red offers a lighter-feeling tip with the same familiar grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-notice\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize and Specification Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBamboo contains natural oil that dries out over time. To help your Shinai keep its proper weight, please oil it regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable aria-label=\"KENSEI Red Shinai sizes and specifications\" class=\"ksd-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuideline Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuideline Max. Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e39 Men's\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMen, university age and adult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e510g+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e39 Ladies'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWomen, university age and adult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e440g+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh school, approx. age 15 to 18\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e480g+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e117cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e37\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJunior high school, approx. age 12 to 15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e440g+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e114cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. age 10 to 12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e340g+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-section ksd-side\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is KENSEI Red For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKENSEI Red is for Kendoka who want a fast, light-feeling Shinai for Shiai and Ji-Geiko, and who build their Kendo on speed, timing, and quick technique. It suits experienced Kendoka and competing juniors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the successor to our JUNKI Shinai, and the best pick if you appreciate JUNKI. If you train with the standard KENSEI and want a Shinai for matches, KENSEI Red keeps the same familiar grip with a quicker-feeling balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-note\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"KendoStar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58990804828541,"sku":"PGAW","price":129.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/kensei-red-image.jpg?v=1793369266","url":"https:\/\/kendostar.com\/en-au\/products\/kensei-red-dobari-shinai","provider":"KendoStar International","version":"1.0","type":"link"}