{"product_id":"new-naginata-model-original-vanguard-extra-protective-kendostar-bogu-set","title":"*NEW* - NAGINATA MODEL Original ’VANGUARD’ Extra Protective KendoStar Bogu Set","description":"\u003c!-- ================================\n  VANGUARD — NAGINATA Model (Made to Order)\n  - Scoped, modern styling (safe for Shopify themes)\n  - Measuring guide as carded grid\n  - Options section + concise founder note\n================================ --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  \/* ---------- Scope \u0026 Theme ---------- *\/\n  .ks-wrap * { box-sizing: border-box; }\n  .ks-wrap {\n    --ink: #111827;\n    --muted: #6b7280;\n    --soft: #f8fafc;\n    --tile: #f3f4f6;\n    --accent: #7e69ab;\n    --accent-2: #0ea5e9;\n    --ok: #10b981;\n    --warn: #b91c1c;\n    font-family: var(--font-body-family, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif);\n    color: var(--ink);\n  }\n\n  \/* ---------- Headings \/ Body ---------- *\/\n  .ks-center { text-align: center; }\n  .ks-title {\n    margin: 8px 0 10px;\n    font-weight: 900;\n    font-size: clamp(22px, 4vw, 32px);\n    letter-spacing: .01em;\n  }\n  .ks-lead {\n    margin: 0 auto 10px;\n    max-width: 900px;\n    font-size: clamp(15px, 2.6vw, 18px);\n    line-height: 1.7;\n  }\n  .ks-subtle { color: var(--muted); }\n\n  \/* ---------- Hero Panel ---------- *\/\n  .ks-hero {\n    margin-bottom: 18px;\n    border-radius: 16px;\n    padding: clamp(14px, 4vw, 22px);\n    background:\n      radial-gradient(1200px 200px at 50% -60px, rgba(126,105,171,.10), transparent 60%),\n      #fff;\n    border: 1px solid rgba(17,24,39,.08);\n    box-shadow: 0 6px 22px rgba(17,24,39,.06);\n  }\n\n  \/* ---------- Callouts ---------- *\/\n  .ks-callout {\n    border: 1px solid rgba(17,24,39,.08);\n    border-left-width: 5px;\n    border-radius: 12px;\n    padding: 12px 14px;\n    margin: 12px 0;\n    background: #fff;\n    box-shadow: 0 4px 14px rgba(17,24,39,.05);\n  }\n  .ks-callout.info { border-left-color: var(--accent-2); }\n  .ks-callout.warn { border-left-color: var(--warn); }\n  .ks-callout.ok { border-left-color: var(--ok); }\n  .ks-callout strong { font-weight: 800; }\n\n  \/* ---------- Carded Table (shared) ---------- *\/\n  .ks-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: separate; border-spacing: 0 14px; }\n  .ks-row td { width: 33.33%; padding: 10px; vertical-align: top; }\n  @media (max-width: 900px) { .ks-row td { width: 50%; } }\n  @media (max-width: 640px) { .ks-row td { display: block; width: 100%; } }\n\n  \/* ---------- Tiles \/ Images ---------- *\/\n  .ks-card {\n    display: block; text-decoration: none; color: inherit;\n    border-radius: 12px; overflow: hidden; background: #fff;\n    border: 1px solid rgba(17,24,39,.08);\n    box-shadow: 0 6px 18px rgba(17,24,39,.06);\n    transition: transform .22s ease, box-shadow .22s ease, border-color .22s ease;\n  }\n  .ks-card:focus-visible { outline: 3px solid rgba(126,105,171,.45); outline-offset: 2px; }\n  @media (hover:hover) and (pointer:fine) {\n    .ks-card:hover { transform: scale(1.02); border-color: rgba(126,105,171,.35); box-shadow: 0 14px 30px rgba(17,24,39,.12); }\n  }\n  .ks-img { width: 100%; aspect-ratio: 16 \/ 9; background: var(--tile); display: block; }\n  .ks-img--square { aspect-ratio: 1 \/ 1; }\n  .ks-img img { width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: contain; display: block; image-rendering: auto; }\n  .ks-cap {\n    padding: 8px 10px; text-align: center; background: #fff;\n    font-weight: 700; font-size: 13px; color: #374151;\n  }\n  .ks-copy { font-size: 13px; color: var(--muted); text-align: left; padding: 8px 10px 12px; }\n\n  \/* ---------- Feature grid (photos + text) ---------- *\/\n  .ks-feats { display: grid; gap: 16px; grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0,1fr)); margin: 10px 0; }\n  @media (max-width: 880px) { .ks-feats { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\n  \/* ---------- Footer note ---------- *\/\n  .ks-footnote { font-size: 14px; color: var(--muted); text-align: center; margin: 8px 0; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- HERO --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ks-hero ks-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"ks-title\"\u003eVANGUARD — NAGINATA Model (Made to Order)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ks-lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA brand-new NAGINATA version\u003c\/strong\u003e of our flagship Original VANGUARD Bogu set—purpose-built for protection and comfort, made to your exact sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-callout info\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e*MADE TO ORDER*\u003c\/strong\u003e — Crafted to your individual measurements for a perfect fit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-callout ok\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduction estimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e usually around \u003cstrong\u003e10–12 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-callout warn\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product is intended for \u003cstrong\u003eNaginata\u003c\/strong\u003e use and is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e for use in Kendo.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- MEASURING GUIDE --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 22px;\" class=\"ks-title ks-center\"\u003eMeasuring Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: -6px;\" class=\"ks-footnote\"\u003eClick any image to open it full-size in a new tab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Head (A–C) --\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ks-table\" role=\"presentation\" aria-label=\"Measuring guide — head (A–C)\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"ks-row\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8397_240x240.jpg?v=1641997026\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"ks-card\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8397_240x240.jpg?v=1641997026\" alt=\"(A) Chin tip to crown — front of ears\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003e(A) Chin tip ➝ crown (front of ears)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-copy\"\u003eMouth closed; tape fairly tight (not squeezing). Hold position while a helper reads.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8398_240x240.jpg?v=1641997195\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"ks-card\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8398_240x240.jpg?v=1641997195\" alt=\"(B) Forehead circumference — hat line\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003e(B) Forehead circumference\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-copy\"\u003eMeasure at the widest point (hat line), above ears and eyebrows.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8399_240x240.jpg?v=1641997407\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"ks-card\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8399_240x240.jpg?v=1641997407\" alt=\"(C) Chin bottom to mid-eye line\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003e(C) Chin bottom ➝ mid-eye\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-copy\"\u003eHave someone assist for best accuracy.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- Hands (D–F) --\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ks-table\" role=\"presentation\" aria-label=\"Measuring guide — hands (D–F)\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"ks-row\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8400_240x240.jpg?v=1641997666\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"ks-card\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8400_240x240.jpg?v=1641997666\" alt=\"(D) Wrist joint to tip of middle finger\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003e(D) Wrist joint ➝ tip of middle finger\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8401_240x240.jpg?v=1641997697\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"ks-card\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8401_240x240.jpg?v=1641997697\" alt=\"(E) Diagonal around knuckles \u0026amp; palm\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003e(E) Around knuckles \u0026amp; palm (diagonal)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8402_240x240.jpg?v=1641997724\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"ks-card\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8402_240x240.jpg?v=1641997724\" alt=\"(F) Palm circumference — closed hand\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003e(F) Palm circumference (closed hand)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- KEY SPECS --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 22px;\" class=\"ks-title ks-center\"\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003eMen futon: extra-wide \u003cstrong\u003e10 mm Pitch-zashi\u003c\/strong\u003e with additional inner padding for exceptional cushioning.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003eMendare: tighter \u003cstrong\u003e5 mm Naname-zashi\u003c\/strong\u003e for shaping and durability.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIBB Mengane\u003c\/strong\u003e with reinforced titanium bars in the strike zone—light yet strong; excellent balance.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003eUchiwa uses quick-dry, micro-bacterial felt for better hygiene and odour resistance.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003eKote: matching \u003cstrong\u003e10 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e Pitch-zashi with extra strike-zone padding; flexible wrist cut; tough synthetic palms.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003eDo: standard toughened black \u003cstrong\u003e50-piece\u003c\/strong\u003e synthetic Do-dai with Kurozan Mune (choice of design).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003eTare: soft \u003cstrong\u003e10 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e Mae-Obi; panels at \u003cstrong\u003e5 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e for crisp shape and longevity.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- PRODUCT PHOTOS + DESCRIPTIONS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-feats\" aria-label=\"Product detail photos\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Men detail — Pitch-zashi \u0026amp; padding\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/products\/SLV_2599a__43987.1499176330.1280.1280_4bed74e9-0616-4390-bc6f-770db8a2e30b_large.jpg?v=1525340717\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003eMen — Cushioning \u0026amp; Balance\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-copy\"\u003e10 mm Pitch-zashi with extra padding; 5 mm Naname on Mendare; IBB Mengane with reinforced bars; hygienic quick-dry felt.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Kote detail — protection \u0026amp; mobility\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/products\/SLV_0808_480x480.jpg?v=1678367238\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003eKote — Protection \u0026amp; Mobility\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-copy\"\u003e10 mm Pitch-zashi with added strike-zone padding; flexible wrist cut; durable synthetic palms.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Do detail — 50-piece synthetic Do-dai\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/products\/SLV_2265__89056.1499176229.1280.1280_82f7c3bf-1544-4582-914d-22365eca7374_large.jpg?v=1525340717\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003eDo — Tough \u0026amp; Classic\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-copy\"\u003eStandard toughened black 50-piece Do-dai with Kurozan Mune; choose your preferred Mune design.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Tare detail — shape \u0026amp; durability\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/products\/SLV_2622__44658.1499176328.1280.1280_7b621a9d-a8a8-4f8d-a922-ce161e7d2be9_large.jpg?v=1525340717\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003eTare — Shape \u0026amp; Durability\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-copy\"\u003eSoft 10 mm Mae-Obi for comfort; 5 mm panel stitch for crisp shape and longevity.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- MUNE DESIGNS (2 choices) --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-top: 8px;\" class=\"ks-title ks-center\"\u003eMune Designs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ks-table\" role=\"presentation\" aria-label=\"Mune design samples\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"ks-row\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/SOUZASHI_medium.jpg?v=1524164332\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"ks-card\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/SOUZASHI_medium.jpg?v=1524164332\" alt=\"Souzashi Mune\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003eSouzashi\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/TSUBASA_Kurozan.jpg?v=1757596023\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"ks-card\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/TSUBASA_Kurozan.jpg?v=1757596023\" alt=\"Tsubasa Kazari Mune\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003eTsubasa Kazari\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- CUSTOMIZE (Do-Dai visual only to match reference layout) --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-top: 10px;\" class=\"ks-title ks-center\"\u003eCustomize Your Look\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Do-Dai Colour Options\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/Copy_of_OUTLET_DEALS_1_600x600.jpg?v=1758298721\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003eDo-Dai Colour Options\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-copy\"\u003ePick your Do finish for a bespoke set.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-callout info\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Changing the Do-Dai from Standard Black may increase production time by ~10–12 weeks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Founder note (concise) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-callout\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrom our founder, Andy Fisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e “VANGUARD was created to deliver exceptional protection and comfort to practitioners at every level. This NAGINATA model carries that mission forward with a perfect, made-to-measure fit.”\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"vendor-unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44055784292574,"sku":null,"price":595.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/products\/NAGINATAVANGUARD.jpg?v=1678367192","url":"https:\/\/kendostar.com\/en-gb\/products\/new-naginata-model-original-vanguard-extra-protective-kendostar-bogu-set","provider":"KendoStar International","version":"1.0","type":"link"}