{"title":"Naginata Bogu","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"naginata-sune-ate","title":"Naginata Sune Ate","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaginata Sune Ate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 3 sizes - \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLarge size: ① approx. 43 cm × ② approx. 32 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"48\"\u003eMedium size: ① approx. 40 cm × ② approx. 30 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"97\"\u003eSmall size: ① approx. 36 cm × ② approx. 28 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"145\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"194\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eNote: Only the small size uses 5 bamboo pieces.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"194\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/size_naginata_sune.jpg?v=1763976334\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eImported from Japan, delivery takes approximately 4-6 weeks.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KendoStar International","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":7823859580975,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/products\/Sune_Ate_1__94604.1424765413.1280.1280.jpg?v=1525032839"},{"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); 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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; 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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; 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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\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeloved VANGUARD features — now in a NEW premium grade set!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin-top: 0;\" class=\"ks-title\"\u003eNOW AVAILABLE FOR \u003cem\u003eNAGINATA\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ks-lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVANGUARD PRAETOR\u003c\/strong\u003e takes the most popular traits from our best-selling VANGUARD set—comfort, durability, and protection—and elevates them with premium materials and refined aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Responsive Video --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-video\" aria-label=\"VANGUARD PRAETOR — Product Overview\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/s6wICOtA6HE\" title=\"VANGUARD PRAETOR — Product Video\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-chipline\" aria-label=\"Highlights\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ks-chip\"\u003ePremium-grade build\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ks-chip\"\u003eFully reinforced Aizome deerskin\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ks-chip\"\u003e8 mm protective futon\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ks-chip\"\u003eIBB Duralumin Mengane\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ks-chip\"\u003eNaginata version\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Ratings --\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"Product ratings\" class=\"ks-ratings\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-rate\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eComfort\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ks-stars\"\u003e★★★★☆\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-rate\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eProtection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ks-stars\"\u003e★★★★☆\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-rate\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDurability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ks-stars\"\u003e★★★★☆\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-rate\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAppearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ks-stars\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Aizome Callout --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-callout info\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Reinforced with Aizome Deerskin.\u003c\/strong\u003e PRAETOR uses the highest-grade, genuine \u003cem\u003eAizome\u003c\/em\u003e deerskin for exceptional durability and a refined look.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Made to Order --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-callout warn\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade to Order (Approx. 12–16 weeks).\u003c\/strong\u003e Each set is crafted to your specifications by expert artisans. Timelines are estimates—sometimes a little longer, sometimes less—but always worth the wait.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Measuring Guide --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-top: 12px;\" 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 ➝ crown — tape in front of ears\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003e(A) Chin tip ➝ crown\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-copy\"\u003eKeep mouth closed. Tape fairly snug (not tight). Hold position while a helper reads the measurement.\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 — widest point\"\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 ➝ mid-eye\"\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 ➝ 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) Around knuckles \u0026amp; palm (diagonal)\"\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 — fingers \u0026amp; thumb closed\"\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; margin-top: 10px;\" class=\"ks-title ks-center\"\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e thick, protective futon — fully reinforced with genuine Aizome deerskin.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIBB Duralumin\u003c\/strong\u003e lightweight Mengane with toughened bars at the strike zone.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003eTop-grade bleached white, extra-soft \u003cstrong\u003eKotou deerskin\u003c\/strong\u003e Kote palms (beautiful, comfortable, low odour).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50-piece\u003c\/strong\u003e style Do with your choice of Mune design.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003eAizome deerskin reinforcements on Tare at heavy-wear points.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003eIncludes all \u003cem\u003eHimo\u003c\/em\u003e (strings), \u003cem\u003eChichikawa\u003c\/em\u003e (leather straps) and \u003cem\u003eTenugui\u003c\/em\u003e (cloth towel).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Customize Your Look (UPDATED LINKS) --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-top: 8px;\" class=\"ks-title ks-center\"\u003eCustomize Your Look\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"Customization links\" class=\"ks-links\"\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/kendostar.com\/pages\/mune-options-for-bogu-sets\" 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\/Copy_of_OUTLET_DEALS_600x600.jpg?v=1758298708\" alt=\"Explore Mune Options\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003eExplore Mune Options\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-copy\"\u003eChoose classic to bold designs to match your style.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/kendostar.com\/pages\/do-dai-options-for-bogu-sets\" 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\/Copy_of_OUTLET_DEALS_1_600x600.jpg?v=1758298721\" alt=\"Do-Dai Colour Options\"\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, stand-out set.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Important Naginata Notice --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-callout warn\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product is intended for use in \u003cstrong\u003eNaginata\u003c\/strong\u003e and is \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e for use in Kendo.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ks-footnote\"\u003eQuestions about sizing or options? Contact us—happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"vendor-unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44055823450334,"sku":null,"price":1045.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/products\/NAGINATAPRAETOR.jpg?v=1678368621"},{"product_id":"naginata-model-vanguard-extra-protective-kendostar-kote","title":"*NAGINATA MODEL* - 'VANGUARD' Extra Protective KendoStar Kote","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNAGINATA MODEL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMeasuring Guide:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8400_240x240.jpg?v=1641997666\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8400_240x240.jpg?v=1641997666\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8401_240x240.jpg?v=1641997697\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8402_240x240.jpg?v=1641997724\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD) Measure from the wrist joint, to the tip of the middle finger.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE) Measure in a slight diagonal line around the knuckle and palm area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eF) Measure around the palm, with all fingers and thumb closed.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBACK \u0026amp; REINCARNATED!\u003c\/strong\u003e The Extra Protective Bogu Set 'VANGUARD' is one of the Bogu sets that stands out as unique amongst its rivals. The culmination of years of research and trials, VANGUARD has been specifically developed to not only be comfortable, and functional - but most importantly, extremely protective. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"I designed the VANGUARD Bogu set, based somewhat on the most popular Bogu sets that I have designed in the past. During my career as a Kendogu professional, it has been somewhat hard to deliver a Kendo Bogu set that provides this level of protection, whilst I was employed at Japanese companies. Despite producing an extremely popular, extra-protective Bogu set in the past, that was hugely popular, I was told by the companies in Japan that worked for that it was not to be continued - as it did not meet the needs of Japanese customers. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis upset me a great deal, and was a deciding factor in leaving employment at such companies, in order to start KendoStar. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe great thing about VANGUARD is that it is great for ALL levels of Kendoka. It's great for instructors who are on the receiving end of lots of hard strikes - especially from beginners. But it is also a fantastic set for instructors to recommend to their students, including the beginners, as they also benefit from the protective features. I know myself, from my own experience as a Kendo instructor, that a large number of students quit Kendo shortly after first wearing the Bogu. This is because of the pain that they experience as beginners, which not only are they not used to, but also because they are also on the receiving end of strikes from other beginners, who have not mastered the cutting technique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn Japan, this is less of a problem, as most beginners are children, and not adults. So they do not experience hard strikes in the same way. Therefore, simply allowing a new adult beginner to use the same kind of Bogu that is popular in Japan can be quite risky. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTherefore, VANGUARD carries on my own personal tradition of designing and manufacturing Bogu sets to cater to this concept, and I could not be more proud to finally bring the most protective, and most comfortable Bogu set so far to the international Kendo community\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e - \u003cstrong\u003eAndy Fisher, KendoStar CEO.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiterally perfect for ALL levels!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kote also feature the same 10mm Pitch-zashi stitching, as featured on the Men, and also feature the same additional padding in the strike zone - keeping you protected from hard strikes. The wrist joint is made using an original cut, which is extremely flexible, whilst also being very durable. The palms are made using toughened synthetic leather, and Yoroi-Kazari is featured on the fists for increased manoeuvrability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*MADE TO ORDER*\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- You can be confident of a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eperfect fit\u003c\/span\u003e, as this set is 100% made to order, to your exact, individual sizes!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction usually takes around 10-12 weeks\u003cbr\u003eIMPORTANT - THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN NAGINATA, AND IS NOT FOR USE IN KENDO.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"vendor-unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44055892263134,"sku":"","price":175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/products\/SLV_0808_1ec1eaef-ccfc-4ec1-a9eb-c40bb0c3fef3.jpg?v=1678369614"},{"product_id":"naginata-model-vanguard-praetor-premium-kendostar-kote","title":"*NAGINATA MODEL* - 'VANGUARD PRAETOR’ Premium KendoStar Kote","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNAGINATA MODEL!\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe beloved features of the VANGUARD series in a NEW premium grade Bogu set! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eVANGUARD PRAETOR takes the most popular features from our best selling VANGUARD Bogu set, being comfortable, durable, and most importantly protective - and adds a brand new level of prestige. Much like our premium model - KAISEI - the VANGUARD PRAETOR uses the finest quality materials, to ensure that durability is boosted even further, and a new level of beauty is achieved.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/s6wICOtA6HE\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCOMFORT:      ★\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☆\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePROTECTION:\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e☆\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDURABILITY: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e☆\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAPPEARANCE:\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e★\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: x-small;\"\u003eMeasuring Guide:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8400_240x240.jpg?v=1641997666\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8400_240x240.jpg?v=1641997666\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8401_240x240.jpg?v=1641997697\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8402_240x240.jpg?v=1641997724\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD) Measure from the wrist joint, to the tip of the middle finger.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE) Measure in a slight diagonal line around the knuckle and palm area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eF) Measure around the palm, with all fingers and thumb closed.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVANGUARD PRAETOR is FULLY reinforced with the highest grade, genuine Aizome deerskin, which not only looks beautiful, but provides exceptional durability. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small; color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMADE TO ORDER - VANGUARD PRAETOR is a premium Kendo Bogu set, using only the best materials available. This means that you get a perfect fit, designed especially to your specifications. No corners are cut in production, and you are supplied with an individually crafted Bogu set, made by expert artisans. For this reason we estimate production time to take around 12-16 weeks per VANGUARD PRAETOR set, however, this is intended to be approximate - sometimes it takes a little longer, sometimes it does not. In all cases, our craftsmen will work to the full extent of their capacity to produce your bespoke VANGUARD PRAETOR set, and you can be rest assured that it will always be worth the wait.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTop-grade bleached white, extra-soft Kotou deerskin is used for the palms of the Kote, which is beautiful, comfortable, and without odour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eVANGUARD PRAETOR is the perfect choice for those looking for a premium quality Kendo Bogu set, that will offer exceptional comfort and protection. For those who look for a Kendo Bogu set that gives a simple, yet beautiful appearance, perfect for gradings and high-level tournaments. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eKey Specifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e- 8mm stitched, thick and protective Futon, fully reinforced with genuine Aizome deerskin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e - Top-grade bleached white, extra-soft Kotou deerskin Kote palms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIMPORTANT - THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN NAGINATA, AND IS NOT FOR USE IN KENDO.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vendor-unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44055912186078,"sku":"","price":325.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/products\/SLV_0814.jpg?v=1678370003"}],"url":"https:\/\/kendostar.com\/en-us\/collections\/naginata-bogu.oembed","provider":"KendoStar International","version":"1.0","type":"link"}