Kiri (Paulownia) Suburi Bokuto

This bokuto is made in Japan using kiri wood (paulownia).
Historically, this wood was commonly used to make a box to store a weapon or dishes.

It is extremely lightweight and not meant for any activities with physical contact.
This bokuto can be maximized in its use during a sword dance performance or suburi practice to stay relaxed.

It is also recommended for anybody with shoulder injuries or women and children.

Available in 2 sizes: Long and Short.
Long size's weight is approximately 200grams.

It requires to 2~3 months to produce it if out of stock.

【What is Kiri Wood？】
It is a deciduous broadleaf tree that is found in south side of southern Hokkaido, Japan.
It's a very soft and light material. This wood is said to be the lightest material available in Japan. The material has a very little crack and bend, so it is very good for precision machining. This material is well known for blocking a humidity and has a low thermal conductivity. It is also common to be used as an inner material for the safe box.

**Tsuba and tsuba dome are sold separately. / 鍔と鍔止めは別売りです。

古来より茶器や刀剣などの保管箱の材料して利用されている桐材を使用した木刀です。とにかく軽量で柔らかいため激しい打ち合いなどには不向きですが、演舞や舞刀として威力を発揮します。また肩を痛めている方や女性・お子様にもお薦めの超軽量木刀です。

サイズは大刀と小刀の2種類です。

在庫切れの場合は製作に約2～3ヶ月かかります。

【桐とは？】
北海道南部以南分布する、ゴマノハグサ科キリ属の落葉広葉樹。非常に軽く柔らかい素材です。国内の木材の中で一番軽い素材と言われております。材質は均一で割れや狂いが少ない為、精密な加工に向いています。湿気を通過することが少ない為に古くから箪笥の材料として有名です。また熱伝導率が低く、着火点が高い為、金庫の内材としても用いられます。