The shinai is the weapon used in Kendo practice. It consists of four bamboo slats held together by leather fittings. The shinai is used in training and competition due to its flexibility and high impact resistance.
Iwao is proud to offer a wide variety of shinai designed to suit every body type and style of Kendo.
Often mistakenly considered a simple consumable item, the shinai is the most influential part of your Kendo equipment, as it can enhance your ability to perform certain techniques depending on whether you use a short- or long-handled shinai.
The balance of the shinai is also an important factor to consider if you want to improve your reaction time.
