Yaetsurugi - Madake Koto Hakkaku Koban

Yaetsurugi Shinai – Madake Koto with Thick Octagonal Oval Handle

A meticulously crafted shinai that embodies both precision and craftsmanship.

The Yaetsurugi Shinai is built for kenshi who demand control, presence, and versatility. Made from premium madake bamboo (koto style), it retains the weight-forward tip feel characteristic of traditional swords, delivering a powerful and responsive striking experience.

What sets this model apart is its thick octagonal oval (hakkaku koban) handle, designed to improve grip stability and enhance control. Subtly shifting the center of gravity closer to the hands, it allows for better maneuverability without sacrificing the strong, authoritative feel at the tip.

This balance makes the Yaetsurugi especially effective for kenshi who favor long-distance attacks, while still enabling quick adaptation into counter-techniques and combination waza. The octagonal oval grip also promotes natural hand alignment, supporting smoother hasuji and confident blade control during parries and transitions.

Crafted from carefully selected mature madake bamboo, chosen for its thickness and density, this shinai offers excellent durability and a flexible, spring-like striking feel that experienced practitioners will appreciate.

Key Features:

• Madake koto-style construction with a weight-forward tip feel
• Thick octagonal oval (hakkaku koban) handle for enhanced grip and control
• Optimized balance with the center of gravity closer to the hands
• Supports long-range attacks, counter-techniques, and combinations
• Promotes proper hasuji and blade alignment
• Made from carefully selected mature bamboo for durability and flexibility
• Distinct springy striking feel for responsive performance

Why Choose Yaetsurugi?

• Ideal for kenshi who value both power and precision
• Enhances control during dynamic, high-level exchanges
• Reliable for both offensive pressure and defensive techniques
• A refined choice for practitioners seeking a craftsmanship-driven shinai