[-25%] Starter - Do

Tsubasa Budogu Entry Line of Kendo Bogu models are an excellent option for everyone with a tight budget, particularly for those looking for a beginner set or an "interchangeable between practices" set. In comparison with our made-to-order Japanese line of Bogu models (called Tsubasa Brand), these are way more simple and standard in terms of design, but great in terms of affordability, without losing the cost-effective component. 

We think affordable options are good enough to do Kendo well nowadays, but for those who want to invest a little more on something more premium, that last longer, while supporting the professionals behind each design and each stitch, as well as the study, originality and work behind Tsubasa Brand, we recommend to check our Made in Japan line up too.

STARTER BOGU SET is our cost-effective entry level model, perfect for beginners or as a spare Bogu.

- Product details: 5mm diagonal stitched Orizashi Bogu. The overall reinforcements are Orizashi on cotton fabric except for the Tare, which has Clarino instead. The Mengane is IBB Duralumin. The Uchiwa is made of cotton. The Tenouchi or Kote-palms are made with brown Ultrasuede. The Do is made in Kurozan (pressed laquered leather) with plastic Yamato style black Dodai. 

* This Set includes: Men, Kote pair, Tare and Do. Also; Men/Do Himos, Men-Chihikawa and Tenugui.

* The STARTER BOGU SET in a nutshell: Affordable price for a comfortable standard level Bogu. 

* This is a multipurpose Bogu model, but most recommended for normal training.

* Maintenance: After each use, just spray some water on the Futon (cotton-fabric, not the leather) areas where sweat concentrated the most, and let the Futon dry before the next use. Also in case of deer leather Tenouchi (palms), stretch them after used so they don't dry having wrinkles on its surface, which could lead to holes. In case of dry weather, it is recomended to spray water droplets before using the gear, only on the futon area, and apply (and let dry before use) Mink Oil or Leather Cream on the palms one time per 2 weeks or when you feel it's necessary. (!) Do not expose the Bogu to direct sunlight for prolongated time. (!) If you wash your Bogu parts, avoid submerging it or directly watering the Menbuchi (the outer ring made of black lacquered leather, where the Mengane or metal cage is connected to the Futon). And remember, after being used (with sweat), a very dry Bogu in dry weather will lose its fabric-flexibility, becoming prone to break apart.