Katori Shinto Ryu Bokuto

The Katori Shinto Ryu Bokuto is made to the specifications required for Katori Shinto Ryu Kenjutsu and Kodachi techniques practice. Available in Daito and Shoto versions, this Bokuto is similar to the design of a standard Bokuto but is a little heavier and has less Sori (curvature) compared to one. A variety of wood selections and finishes are available upon request. This Bokuto is made by the Aramaki Workshop of Kyushu, the Southern area of Japan. it is made from Shiragashi - Japanese White Oak.   White Oak Features Made of high-quality Japanese White OakAll handmade by expert craftsmen in Japan Dimensions DaitoTotal Length: 97cmBlade: 70cmHandle: 27cmApproximate weight*: 620g ShotoTotal Length:  54.5cmBlade: 38cmHandle: 16.5cmApproximate weight*: 320g  What is Katori Shinto Ryu? Katori Shinto Ryu is one of the oldest and most famous Japanese martial arts, introduced to the West by Don Draeger. With over 650 years of history, it was created by Iizasa Choisai Ienao after 1000 days of intense training. This martial art is known for its paired kata exercises, where partners practice many moves together. It includes a wide range of techniques from different weapons, such as swords, staffs, and spears. This variety comes from its battlefield origins when martial arts were used in combat, not just for self-defense. Practitioners learn to handle different weapons and techniques, often aiming for openings in armor. Katori Shinto Ryu's techniques have been carefully preserved over generations and are practiced by many people both in Japan and around the world. --------------------------------------------------------- Red Oak is oil treated. White Oak, however, is completely untreated. For a 'how to' guide on waxing wooden weapons, please check out our walk-through video, "How to wax Bokuto."