{"product_id":"kensei-black-oval-grip-shinai","title":"[5-50% off] *NEW* Ultimate Oval Grip Shinai 'KENSEI BLACK'","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ksd\" style=\"--ksd-accent:#292726;--ksd-hero-from:#111827;--ksd-hero-to:#292726\"\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 size 38 usually ships 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 Black Oval Grip Shinai\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn all-round Shinai with an oval grip that settles the hands naturally and helps keep the correct angle, or Hasuji, in every strike, for Kendoka who want a sword-like feel in everyday Keiko.\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 Black Oval Grip Shinai\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs the neutral, all-round balance of the standard KENSEI with an oval Tsuka, known in Japan as a Koban grip. The oval shape lets the hands feel how the Shinai is turned, so the grip settles into place and each strike keeps the correct Hasuji.\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 black, 黒.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-split__media\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"KENSEI Black Oval Grip Shinai with a standard, balanced profile and an oval grip that supports Hasuji\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/kensei-black-kv.jpg?v=1793369264\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\u003eKeeping the Correct Hasuji\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA round Tsuka feels the same whichever way it is turned. An oval Tsuka does not: its shape tells the hands how the Shinai is angled, helping Kendoka hold it correctly and strike with the right Hasuji, the angle a sword's cutting edge would take.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe balance is the standard all-round pattern, so the grip is the only change. KENSEI Black feels familiar in every part of regular Keiko, from Kihon to Ji-Geiko.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-highlight\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSingle Oval Grip Shinai\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product includes \u003cstrong\u003e1 x KENSEI Black Oval Grip Shinai\u003c\/strong\u003e, supplied fully assembled 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\u003eOval Koban grip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLets the hands feel how the Shinai is angled and helps them settle into the correct position. Approximately 25mm on size 39, measured on the bamboo without the Tsuka.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelps keep the correct Hasuji\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConstant feedback through the grip makes it easier to strike at the right angle, time after time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeutral all-round balance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe standard all-round profile, for familiar, versatile handling in regular Keiko.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports correct technique\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA strong choice for beginners learning Tenouchi and the fundamentals, and for juniors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSword-like feel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe oval shape brings the feel in the hands closer to that of a Japanese sword.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady to use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSupplied fully assembled, 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 size 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 black.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-grid ksd-grid--3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-soft\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearn the Grip Correctly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oval Tsuka makes correct hand placement easy to find and repeat, which makes it a strong choice for beginners and juniors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-soft\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStrong Directional Feedback\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor experienced Kendoka who like to feel the angle of the Shinai in their hands in every strike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksd-soft\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFamiliar Balance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard all-round balance means only the grip changes, so there is little to get used to.\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 Black 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\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 Black For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKENSEI Black is for Kendoka who want a Shinai that helps them keep the correct Hasuji. It suits beginners and juniors building correct grip habits, and experienced Kendoka who prefer strong directional feedback and a sword-like grip shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the successor to our TOUKON Shinai, and the best pick if you appreciate TOUKON. If you like the balance of the standard KENSEI but want more feel for the angle of the Shinai through your hands, KENSEI Black is the natural choice.\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":58994915443069,"sku":"K1A","price":15200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/kensei-black-image1.jpg?v=1793369265","url":"https:\/\/kendostar.com\/en-jp\/products\/kensei-black-oval-grip-shinai","provider":"KendoStar International","version":"1.0","type":"link"}