I ordered some kote (kendo sparring gloves) and a new shinai from E-BOGU today. I dislike the style of kendo gloves, but I will need them to continue in this art, and I hope to prod some of the other students into getting some as they will improve their wrist and arm positioning in practices. The shinai is a specialized style with the lower section of the tsuka (handle/grip) being oval, providing a more natural and real grip which thereby provides more control. I look forward to recieving it and seeing how it works for me.

Links to specific products:
– “Obaru” Shinai
– Leather and Fabric Kote