The traditional and often desired appearance of a hand-stitched set is captured by the Black Label set. Through our research of hand-made kendo equipment we have found that a 1.8bu stitch is the ideal width to provide protection whilst also remaining flexible – and the more it is used, the better the fit becomes.
We have used #8000 grade cotton for the Black Label, and the futon is a special blend of sheep wool and cotton. This unique ‘koshi’ composition not only ensures durability, it also facilitates a long lasting shape.
Genuine Fujioka (aizome) deer leather is used to reinforce the head of the kote, and the same high quality leather is also used for the palms. True of all kote in the Shogun Kendogu range of equipment, our original “Kazutaka Cut” ensures optimal fit and ease of use from the outset.
Simply, the 1.8bu Black Label from Shogun Kendogu is our premium hand-stitched set, and is ideal for the discerning kendo-ka seeking quality, flexibility, and a stylish appearance.
For those who prefer the hand-stitched look, but still require the flexibility and protection found in every set of Shogun Kendogu brand bōgu, the Black Label is now available with full custom options and the Shogun Kendogu 3 year repair warranty. As this is a hand-stitched custom made product, please expect a 14-16 week wait from the date of payment until the date of dispatch on items of the Black Label.
Click here for instructions on how to measure your body for this custom made set of kendogu.
Special 'add on' deal
The "Start Up Package" is now available with all purchases of full sets of kendo gear from Shogun Kendogu's range.
This package includes:
- 1 x Hayate shinai
- 1 x Basic Bogu Bag
- 1 x Basic Shinai Bag
- 1 x custom nafuda*
- 1 x Bushu Ichi brand Blue-lite keikogi*
- 1 x Bushu Ichi brand 30-Kan hakama*
All this is valued at US$475, but it is now available for the special price of US$249!
*Once your purchase is completed, we will be in touch to confirm details for you custom nafuda. Embroidery on these items is not included.
| Men | |
| Purpose | Premium hand stitched kendogu for all special occasions |
| Stitch Width | 1.8bu hand-stitch |
| Stitch Style | Naname |
| Cotton Grade | #8,000 grade |
| Custom Ago | Included in list price |
| Dye | Aizome |
| Himo | Premium Katauchi aizome |
| Men-bōshi | Fujioka smoked deer leather from New Zealand |
| Men-gane | IBB Duralumin |
| Trim | Fujioka smoked deer leather from New Zealand |
| Uchiwa | Cotton |
| Kote | |
| Purpose | Premium hand stitched kendogu for all special occasions |
| Stitch Width (futon) | 1.8bu hand-stitch |
| Cotton Grade | #8,000 grade |
| Cut/Shape | "Kazutaka Cut" |
| Dye | Aizome |
| Filling (fist) | New Zealand deer hair |
| Fist Material | Fujioka smoked deer leather from New Zealand |
| Produced | Hand made in Japan |
| Tenouchi | Two options available (Smoked deer leather or White Deer leather) |
| Trim | Fujioka smoked deer leather from New Zealand |
| Dou | |
| Purpose | Premium item for all special occasions |
| Custom Dō-dai | All colours/textures included in list price |
| Custom Dō-mune | Included in list price |
| Dō-dai Type | Kuro-ishime synthetic imitation 50 piece |
| Dō-mune Leather | Hand embossed, Japanese kurozan leather |
| Himo | Premium Katauchi aizome |
| Trim | Kaeshi-beri |
| Tare | |
| Purpose | Premium hand stitched kendogu for all special occasions |
| Stitch Width | 1.8bu hand-stitch |
| Cotton Grade | #8,000 grade |
| Decoration | Bō-sashi |
| Dye | Aizome |
| Himo | #8,000 grade cotton with tapered ends |
| Number of Bars | 7 bars |
| Trim | Fujioka smoked deer leather from New Zealand |
Customize your bōgu
Black Label Bōgu Set
- Product Code: black-label-bogu-set
- Availability: In Stock
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$2,499.99
Available Options
Design Options
Use our Bōgu Builder to choose your custom design. Please read our howto for more info.
Tags: Black Label, Bōgu Set