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Shinai for Kendo Training

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Shinai Combination (1 w/leather 1 w/o leather)

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Shinai Combination (1 w/leather 1 w/o leather)

Ever had the problem with buying one Shinai only to find months later that a piece of Bamboo broke and you can't replace it because of it's unique shape, grip, or measurements?
Comes with 2 Shinai. One with leather and one without
Choose the series from our list of Shinai lineup from the chart below.
Cheaper compare to buying two Shinai seperately

Series	Combo
Weight	515-555g
Measurements	Varies

Shinai series

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PriceCAD$0.00

Shinai Combination (1 w/leather 1 w/o leather)

PriceCAD$0.00

Durable Quality "Toukon" practice Shinai (each)

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Durable Quality "Toukon" practice Shinai (each)

Excellent quality practice shinai in sizes 30, 32, 34, 36, 37, 38M, 38F, 39, 39F
Balance through out the Shinai
Slight Doubari

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Shinai Size

Upgrade to Doubari Big Grip

PriceCAD$25.00

17.86 USD

Durable Quality "Toukon" practice Shinai (each)

PriceCAD$25.00

17.86 USD

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Nitoryu Regular Grip 37 Shinai (Long)

Excellent quality Nitoryu Shinai in regular grip
Assembled size (Long): 113cm, average 465g
All leather parts included

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PriceCAD$27.00

19.29 USD

Nitoryu Regular Grip 37 Shinai (Long)

PriceCAD$27.00

19.29 USD

Naginata habu

Naginata Habu (Bamboo Blade – Shiai Use)

This naginata habu is built for shiai use, offering the proper balance of flexibility and durability required for regular practice and competition.

Made from split bamboo construction, it provides consistent responsiveness while maintaining safety during contact. The tip is finished with a fitted leather cap for added durability and protection.

Suitable for practitioners preparing for shiai and formal demonstrations.

Features:

Split bamboo construction for controlled flexibility
Durable leather tip for protection and longevity
Designed for shiai and regular keiko
Balanced feel for consistent handling

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PriceCAD$32.00

22.87 USD

Naginata habu

PriceCAD$32.00

22.87 USD

[Aodake Bamboo] "Masamune" Doubari style large grip Practice Shinai

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[Aodake Bamboo] "Masamune" Doubari style large grip Practice Shinai

Masamune is a Doubari style practice Shinai with a large grip for those Kendoka with big hands who would like to use a larger grip Shinai. [Weight: 530g with leather]

Doubari style Shinai with 44mm side buldge (Harifushi) circumference.
Large grip for those with big hands
Weight is toward the Tsuka, tip of the shinai is light and small.
Very balanced and tip light.

Series	Masamune
Weight	530g
A	28mm
B	44mm
C	29.5mm
D	22.5mm

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PriceCAD$39.00

27.87 USD

[Aodake Bamboo] "Masamune" Doubari style large grip Practice Shinai

PriceCAD$39.00

27.87 USD

[Keichiku Bamboo] "Kenshin" Koto style Shinai

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[Keichiku Bamboo] "Kenshin" Koto style Shinai

Kenshin is a Koto style Shinai that has a very small side buldge (Harifushi), at only 37mm. It also has a very small tip for easy aiming and control. [Weight: 530g with leather]

Series	Kenshin
Weight	530g
A	26mm
B	38mm
C	29mm
D	22.5mm

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PriceCAD$46.00

32.87 USD

[Keichiku Bamboo] "Kenshin" Koto style Shinai

PriceCAD$46.00

32.87 USD

[Keichiku Bamboo] "Kutsuki" Doubari style large grip Shinai

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[Keichiku Bamboo] "Kutsuki" Doubari style large grip Shinai

Kutsuki is the only Doubari style Shinai with a large grip for those Kendoka with big hands who would like to use a larger grip Shinai. [Weight: 535g with leather]

Doubari style Shinai with 44mm side buldge (Harifushi) circumference
Large grip for those with big hands
Weight is toward the Tsuka, tip of the shinai is light and small
Very balanced and tip light

Series	Kutsuki
Weight	530g
A	28mm
B	44mm
C	31mm
D	22.5mm

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PriceCAD$46.00

32.87 USD

[Keichiku Bamboo] "Kutsuki" Doubari style large grip Shinai

PriceCAD$46.00

32.87 USD

Nitoryu Deluxe Koban Grip 37 Shinai (Long)

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Nitoryu Deluxe Koban Grip 37 Shinai (Long)

Top Quality quality Nitoryu Shinai in Koban grip
Keichiku Bamboo
Assembled size (Long): 113cm, average 465g
All leather parts included

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PriceCAD$46.00

32.87 USD

Nitoryu Deluxe Koban Grip 37 Shinai (Long)

PriceCAD$46.00

32.87 USD

Keichiku Bamboo - "Shou" Jissengata Doubari style Shinai

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Keichiku Bamboo - "Shou" Jissengata Doubari style Shinai

Shou is a very well balanced Jissengata Doubari style Shinai that has a very big Dobari but with a small tip. Excellent for tournaments! [Weight: 525g with leather]

Big Doubari style for weight toward the handle
Small tip to give speed to hits
Our best tournament ready shinai as the balance is meant for fast strikes

Series	Shou
Weight	525g
A	26mm
B	44mm
C	29.5mm
D	22.5mm

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PriceCAD$46.00

32.87 USD

Keichiku Bamboo - "Shou" Jissengata Doubari style Shinai

PriceCAD$46.00

32.87 USD

[Keichiku Bamboo] "Ryougi" Doubari style with Koban (Oval) grip Shinai

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[Keichiku Bamboo] "Ryougi" Doubari style with Koban (Oval) grip Shinai

Ryougi is the only Doubari style Shinai with Koban grip. It gives a real sword feeling and help you to have a correct grip. [Weight: 535g with leather]

The only Doubari style Shinai with Koban grip
Koban (Oval) shape grip gives a real sword feeling and help you to have a correct grip
The grip is quite large

Series	Ryouhi
Weight	535g
A	28mm
B	44mm
C	30.5mm
D	22.5mm

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PriceCAD$47.00

33.58 USD

[Keichiku Bamboo] "Ryougi" Doubari style with Koban (Oval) grip Shinai

PriceCAD$47.00

33.58 USD

[Keichiku Bamboo] "Octagonal" Doubari style with Ocatagonal grip Shinai

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[Keichiku Bamboo] "Octagonal" Doubari style with Ocatagonal grip Shinai

The only Doubari style Shinai with Octagonal Koban (oval) grip
Octagonal shape grip gives a very solid feeling and help you to have a firm grip
Koban (oval) gives a real sword feeling and help you to have a correct grip
This shinai will fill your hand

Series	Hexagon
Weight	530g
A	26mm
B	44mm
C	29.5mm
D	22.5mm

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PriceCAD$48.00

34.30 USD

[Keichiku Bamboo] "Octagonal" Doubari style with Ocatagonal grip Shinai

PriceCAD$48.00

34.30 USD

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Nitoryu Koban Grip Shinai (Short)

Excellent quality Nitoryu Shinai in Koban grip
Assembled size: 62cm, average 295g
Option to add a long Nitoryu shinai
All leather parts included

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Nitoryu Long 37 Shinai

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PriceCAD$50.00

35.73 USD

Nitoryu Koban Grip Shinai (Short)

PriceCAD$50.00

35.73 USD

[Keichiku Bamboo] "Shinmei" Jissengata Doubari with Katate Koban (Oval Left Hand, Round Right Hand) grip Shinai

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[Keichiku Bamboo] "Shinmei" Jissengata Doubari with Katate Koban (Oval Left Hand, Round Right Hand) grip Shinai

Experience unparalleled balance and precision with our brand new Shinmei.

Katate Koban - right hand round grip provides flexibility, left hand oval provides excellent anchor grip
Large 45mm Doubari and small 21mm tip for best balance and precision
Tailored to Jissengata standards makes it excellent for tournaments

Series	Shinmei
Weight	520g
A	26mm
B	45mm
C	28mm
D	21mm

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PriceCAD$50.00

35.73 USD

[Keichiku Bamboo] "Shinmei" Jissengata Doubari with Katate Koban (Oval Left Hand, Round Right Hand) grip Shinai

PriceCAD$50.00

35.73 USD

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Nitoryu Regular/Koban Grip Shinai Set

Excellent quality Nitoryu Shinai in regular or Koban grip
Assembled size (Long): 113cm, average 465g
Assembled size (Short): 62cm, average 295g
All leather parts included

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Nitoryu Long 37 Regular or Koban Shinai

PriceCAD$70.00

50.02 USD

Nitoryu Regular/Koban Grip Shinai Set

PriceCAD$70.00

50.02 USD

[Madake Bamboo] “Mushin” 無心 Short Grip Koto Style Shinai – Large Octagonal Koban Oval Grip

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[Madake Bamboo] “Mushin” 無心 Short Grip Koto Style Shinai – Large Octagonal Koban Oval Grip

The Mushin brings together a Koto profile, a shorter tsuka, and an octagonal oval handle for practitioners with a specific grip preference. The faceted oval shape provides a tactile reference for hand placement, while the shorter tsuka accommodates closer hand spacing.

To complement the short handle, the body’s widest section is positioned closer to the grip, approximately 7cm above the upper edge of the leather tsuka cover.

Finished with a hand-stitched top-grain leather tsuka which is more comfortable to the touch than regular Tsuka, the Mushin combines comfort with a distinctive handle design that is extremely balanced.

Madake bamboo with a traditional Koto profile.
Octagonal oval grip combines flat facets with an oval shape for a distinct feel in the hands.
Short tsuka cover, 2cm shorter than the standard version.
Hand-stitched top-grain leather tsuka cover.
Approximate grip dimensions: 30 × 26mm at the left hand and 32 × 29mm at the right hand.

Series	Mushin
Weight	528g
A	30mm
B	38mm
C	30mm
D	24mm

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PriceCAD$75.00

53.59 USD

[Madake Bamboo] “Mushin” 無心 Short Grip Koto Style Shinai – Large Octagonal Koban Oval Grip

PriceCAD$75.00

53.59 USD

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Fukuro Shinai

Introducing premium Fukuro Shinai, meticulously crafted to embody the essence and tradition of the ancient Yagyū Shinkage-ryū. Each Fukuro Shinai is constructed from a singular, carefully selected piece of bamboo, expertly split multiple times from the tip to enhance flexibility and create a more forgiving striking surface. This design philosophy ensures a balance between resilience and safety, catering to the rigorous demands of practices.

To further augment its durability and protect practitioners during intense training sessions, the Fukuro Shinai is encased in a layer of superior-grade leather. This not only enhances its longevity but also provides a more authentic feel. The finishing touch is a series of ornate ties near the tsuka (handle) end, marrying functionality with aesthetic elegance in a way that only traditional craftsmanship can achieve.

Yagyū Shinkage-ryū, established by Kamiizumi Nobutsuna in 1565 and later named after Yagyū Munetoshi, remains a cornerstone of Japanese martial arts, revered for its sophisticated techniques and philosophical depth. The Fukuro Shinai is designed not just as a tool, but as a bridge to this storied past, offering practitioners a tangible link to the art's rich heritage.

Specifications:

Length: approximately 100 cm

Weight: approximately 340 g

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PriceCAD$80.00

57.16 USD

Fukuro Shinai

PriceCAD$80.00

57.16 USD

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Shinai Sample Set

Not sure which Shinai you like? No problem, try our shinai sample set to find your favourite style. This sample set consists of 5 different styles of size 39M shinai: Oval Grip, Jissengata, Hexagon Oval Grip, Koto, and Big Grip shinai. Save $8.00 than buying separately.

Ryougi - is a Doubari style Shinai with Koban (oval) grip. It gives a real sword feeling and help you to have a correct grip. [Weight: 535g with leather]

Shou - is a very well balanced Jissengata Doubari style Shinai that has a very big Dobari but with a small tip. Excellent for tournaments! [Weight: 525g with leather]

Hexagon - is a Doubari style Shinai with Hexagon Koban (oval) grip. Hexagon shape grip gives a very solid feeling and help you to have a firm grip. Koban gives a real sword feeling and help you to have a correct grip. This shinai will fill your hand nicely.

Kenshin - is a Koto style Shinai that has a very small side buldge (Harifushi) at only 37mm. It has a very small tip for easy aiming and control. [Weight: 530g with leather]

Kutsuki - is a Doubari style Shinai with a large grip for those Kendoka with big hands who would like to use a larger grip Shinai. [Weight: 535g with leather]. This shinai weight is toward the Tsuka, tip of the shinai is light and small.

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PriceCAD$225.00

160.77 USD

Shinai Sample Set

PriceCAD$225.00

160.77 USD

Durable Quality "Toukon" practice Shinai Bulk of 10

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Durable Quality "Toukon" practice Shinai Bulk of 10

Save $10 when buying in bulk
Excellent quality practice shinai in sizes 30, 32, 34, 36, 37, 37F, 38M, 38F, 39, 39F
Balance through out the Shinai
Slight Doubari

Shinai Size Bulk

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PriceCAD$240.00

171.49 USD

Durable Quality "Toukon" practice Shinai Bulk of 10

PriceCAD$240.00

171.49 USD

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