The Shinai is very nice, its quality is excellent. It's very comfortable and the size is also perfect. Thank you for the quick shipping and for the high quality.
Your dependable, everyday Keiko set. Balanced feel, durable tip, and great value for clubs, beginners, and busy Kendoka.
Why a 3-Pack? Rotate • Rest • Replace — keep training without interruptions.
Built for regular practice, the ESSENTIAL Practice Shinai has an all-round balance with enough thickness toward the tip for reliable durability. It’s the “grab-and-go” Shinai you won’t have to think about—just train.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Bundle of 3 × Practice Shinai |
| Model options | Men’s and Women’s models (select variant above) |
| Balance | All-round; everyday keiko |
| Durability focus | Added thickness toward the tip for longer service life |
| Approx. grip length | ~32 cm |
Note: Images/finishing may vary slightly by batch. Always inspect, sand, and oil bamboo regularly for safety.
| Category (Age) | Max Length | Min Weight — Male | Min Weight — Female | Min Tip Ø — Male | Min Tip Ø — Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior High (12–15) | ≤ 114 cm | ≥ 440 g | ≥ 400 g | ≥ 25 mm | ≥ 24 mm |
| Senior High (15–18) | ≤ 117 cm | ≥ 480 g | ≥ 420 g | ≥ 26 mm | ≥ 25 mm |
| Adults (18+) | ≤ 120 cm | ≥ 510 g | ≥ 440 g | ≥ 26 mm | ≥ 25 mm |
For all categories above: minimum sakigawa (leather tip) length is 50 mm. Shinai are weighed with leather fittings, without tsuba/tsuba-dome. Max tsuba diameter: 9 cm.
These values are the standard FIK/AJKF specs used at competitions and gradings. Your club or event may conduct on-site measurement checks.