Japan Kendama Association-certified model
(Approved for JKA competitions and tests)
Expertly made in Japan by Yamagata Prefecture's kendama artisans, this classic model with a solid-color ball comes with a Japan Toy Safety Standard (ST) Mark. The product comes with directions for downloading the Yamagata Koubou Kendama app (in English and Japanese), which gives access to which gives access to information on kendama, tricks, how-to videos, and cultural background videos for expanding the enjoyment of kendama.
Includes: User guide, spare string

Japan Kendama Association-certified model
(Approved for JKA competitions and tests)
Expertly made in Japan by Yamagata Prefecture's kendama artisans. Finished in beautiful pearl pink with cherry petal motifs, the Japanese ambience of this kendama makes it a delightful souvenir or gift. The product comes with directions for downloading the Yamagata Koubou Kendama app (in English and Japanese), which gives access to information on kendama, tricks, how-to videos, and cultural background videos for expanding the enjoyment of kendama.
Includes: User guide, spare string

Japan Kendama Association-certified model
(Approved for JKA competitions and tests)
Expertly made in Japan by Yamagata Prefecture's kendama artisans. Designed for advanced players, the updated paint finish of this model has greater durability for throwing and other rigorous maneuvers. The paint has a highly distinctive texture for improved grip, which aids balance tricks. The dual-color ball makes spinning easier to see. The product comes with directions for downloading the Yamagata Koubou Kendama app (in English and Japanese), which gives access to information on kendama, tricks, how-to videos, and cultural background videos for expanding the enjoyment of kendama.
Includes: User guide, spare string

Japan Kendama Association-certified model
(Approved for JKA competitions and tests)
Expertly made in Japan by Yamagata Prefecture's kendama artisans. Designed for advanced players, the updated paint finish of this model has greater durability for throwing and other rigorous maneuvers. The paint has a highly distinctive texture and the two-tone finish that makes the spinning of the ball easier to see and helps improve the success rate of tricks. The product comes with directions for downloading the Yamagata Koubou Kendama app (in English and Japanese), which gives access to information on kendama, tricks, how-to videos, and cultural background videos for expanding the enjoyment of kendama.
Includes: User guide, spare string

Japan Kendama Association-recommended model
(Approved for JKA Kyū- and Junshodan-level tests)
Expertly made in Japan by Yamagata Prefecture's kendama artisans, this beginner-friendly kendama is suitable for young and old alike. It is lighter in weight and has cups sized 25% larger than official competition models. The design was supervised by anti-aging expert Takuji Shirasawa M.D., Ph.D. The model is approved by Japan Kendama Association (JKA) for its Kyū- and Junshodan-level tests.
Includes: User guide, spare string

This five-cup kendama was produced in collaboration with Akimoto Kendama Lab for the uncomplicated yet extreme challenge of cupping all five balls at once. A good sense of balance and knee coordination are key. It would make a great party trick, if pulled off successfully!
Includes: User guide (with QR code link to how-to videos), spare string

Japan Kendama Association-certified model
(Approved for JKA competitions and tests)
Expertly made in Japan by Yamagata Prefecture's kendama artisans, this classic single-color model comes with a Japan Toy Safety Standard (ST) Mark. The product comes with directions for downloading the Yamagata Koubou Kendama app (in English and Japanese), which gives access to information on kendama, tricks, how-to videos, and cultural background videos for expanding the enjoyment of kendama.
Includes: User guide, spare string

Japan Kendama Association-certified model
(Approved for JKA competitions and tests)
Expertly made in Japan by Yamagata Prefecture's kendama artisans. A part of our Galaxy series, the design of this kendama was inspired by outer space. The lines make spinning easier to see. The product comes with directions for downloading the Yamagata Koubou Kendama app (in English and Japanese), which gives access to information on kendama, tricks, how-to videos, and cultural background videos for expanding the enjoyment of kendama.
Includes: User guide, spare string

Japan Kendama Association-certified model
(Approved for JKA competitions and tests)
Expertly made in Japan by Yamagata Prefecture's kendama artisans. Designed for advanced players, the updated paint finish of this model has greater durability for throwing and other rigorous maneuvers. The paint has a highly distinctive texture that helps improve the success rate of tricks. The product comes with directions for downloading the Yamagata Koubou Kendama app (in English and Japanese), which gives access to information on kendama, tricks, how-to videos, and cultural background videos for expanding the enjoyment of kendama.
Includes: User guide, spare string

Japan Kendama Association-certified model
(Approved for JKA competitions and tests)
Expertly made in Japan by Yamagata Prefecture's kendama artisans. Designed for advanced players, the updated paint finish of this model has greater durability for throwing and other rigorous maneuvers. The paint has a highly distinctive texture, and the handle and crossbar are finished in black as well. The product comes with directions for downloading the Yamagata Koubou Kendama app (in English and Japanese), which gives access to information on kendama, tricks, how-to videos, and cultural background videos for expanding the enjoyment of kendama.
Includes: User guide, spare string

Japan Kendama Association-recommended model
(Approved for JKA Kyū- and Junshodan-level tests)
Expertly made in Japan by Yamagata Prefecture's kendama artisans, this beginner-friendly kendama is suitable for young and old alike. It is lighter in weight and has cups sized 25% larger than official competition models. The design was supervised by anti-aging expert Takuji Shirasawa M.D., Ph.D. The model is approved by Japan Kendama Association (JKA) for its Kyū- and Junshodan-level tests. It comes with a 52-page handbook supervised by Dr. Shirasawa and JKA detailing the health benefits of kendama, brain-sharpening training, as well as Kyū- and Junshodan-level trick how-tos. It is a great model for beginners, players returning to kendama, and makes a delightful gift. It is sure to introduce users to kendama as a highly enjoyable, lifelong activity.
Includes: User guide, spare string

This kendama holster is made in Japan by a sewing firm based in Ishinomaki, Miyagi Prefecture. It is made of stretchy wetsuit fabric and can securely hold the ball in place. It comes with a carabiner so you can clip it on and carry your kendama wherever you go.