[IMPORTED SERIES] - Nanahoshi N4 Kote – Designed by TETSU

The Pinnacle of Japanese Kote Craftsmanship – Now Available Worldwide, Only from KendoStar.

Introducing the Nanahoshi N4 Kote — a true masterpiece of modern Kote design from the “Designed by TETSU” line. Crafted to the same elite standards trusted by Japan’s top-level competitors and legendary teachers, this is excellence made tangible.

Each pair is handcrafted by Eiichi Tetsukawa and his team, the artisan behind the legendary TETSU brand. These are not mass-produced imitations — they are constructed with the same meticulous attention to detail, technique, and purpose as the Kote worn by Japan’s finest Kendoka.

IMPORTANT: Production time is approximately 3–4 months, though this is only an estimate. Due to high demand and limited production capacity, this timeframe may be longer. It is not possible to expedite orders or provide delivery updates once production has started. Rest assured, your patience will be rewarded with a pair of Kote of unparalleled quality.

Key Features

• Designed by TETSU – Japan’s Premier Kote Craftsman: Personally overseen by Eiichi Tetsukawa, each pair is built to the highest standard of performance and tradition.
• Made in Kuji, Japan – 100% Authentic: Crafted in one of Japan’s most respected Bogu regions, with generations of artisanship in every stitch.
• 8mm Stitching: Optimally balanced for shock absorption, flexibility, and durability in both keiko and shiai.
• Comfort That Evolves With You: The Kote naturally molds to your hands over time, providing a personalised fit like no other.
• Three Premium Styles: Choose from expertly crafted finishes to suit your training needs, aesthetic preference, and feel.

Available Variants

• Full Orizashi
  Lightweight, breathable, and quick-drying — ideal for hard, regular keiko.
  Palm: White Deerskin.
  
• Yakko Style
  A perfect blend of Orizashi and Deerskin materials — offering a balance of breathability and reinforced durability.
  Palm: White Deerskin.
  
• Full Deerskin
  Luxurious, traditional, and robust — the ultimate expression of classical Kendo craftsmanship.
  Palm: Smoked Deerskin.
  

Exclusively Available Outside Japan from KendoStar

This level of craftsmanship is rarely offered outside Japan — and we’re proud to offer it exclusively through KendoStar for international customers.

Nanahoshi represents the pinnacle of traditional Japanese Bogu craftsmanship. Each item is made in Kuji City, Iwate Prefecture — Japan’s famed hub for Kendogu and textile artisanship — under the leadership of Eiichi Tetsukawa, creator of the TETSU brand.

With decades of experience and a reputation for outfitting some of Japan’s most respected competitors and teachers, Tetsukawa-Sensei delivers unmatched precision, soul, and authenticity in every stitch. Nanahoshi products are not mass-produced — they are handcrafted to perform at the highest level and to last a lifetime.

How to Measure

Use the guide below to measure accurately for your custom fit:

A: Measure from where your wrist meets your hand to the tip of your longest finger. B: With your fingers and thumb together, measure around the widest part of your hand.

C: Measure from the tip of your thumb to where it meets the base of your hand. D: Measure from the tip of your longest finger to the base of your thumb, in a straight line.