Elite GS-3J 3mm Jissengata Bogu

The Elite GS-3J is an exceptionally lightweight Jissengata Bogu designed for competition-focused kendoka. Its 3 mm diagonal stitching and extensive use of Orizashi cotton provide an excellent balance of lightness, flexibility, durability and refined appearance.

Designed with mobility and responsiveness in mind, this Bogu is particularly well suited to shiai and intensive practice. Its lightweight Duralumin Mengane, compact Men-dare and carefully selected materials help reduce unnecessary weight while maintaining reliable protection and durability.

Essential information

Key features:

• Extra-lightweight Jissengata construction
• 3 mm diagonal stitching for strength and a clean finish
• Extensive use of soft and flexible Orizashi cotton
• Lightweight Duralumin Mengane
• Yamato-style reinforced resin Do with 50 slats
• Designed specifically for competition and intensive practice

Recommended for:

• Experienced kendoka looking for a lightweight competition Bogu
• Shiai and intensive Kendo practice
• Practitioners prioritising mobility, responsiveness and lightness

Component details:

Men

• Mengane: lightweight Duralumin grille
• Men-buton: Orizashi fabric with 3 mm diagonal stitching
• Men-dare length: approximately 20–21 cm, depending on size
• Ago: cross-pattern decoration with 5-line stitching
• Uchiwa: microfiber lining with good sweat absorption

Kote

• Kote-gashira: single-layer Namako style
• Kote-tsutsu: Orizashi fabric with 3 mm stitching
• Tenouchi: brown Clarino, soft, durable and responsive

Tare

• 3 mm stitching
• 6-line stitching with cloud decoration
• Chidori-ito: deep navy
• Hara-obi: cloud decoration
• Heri: Clarino

Do

• Mune: premium black Zan-kawa, 3-branch design, Oni-kumo decoration and deep navy diagonal stitching
• Do-dai: reinforced resin Yamato-style Do, 50 slats, black

Delivery time:
Approx. 3 weeks (manufacturer stock) / 3-4 months (out of stock or made to order)