Thank you for making and posting this video! I am starting kendo in my 50's and sincerely appreciate having this as a resource. I definitely plan to share this video if I am ever asked for help when it comes my turn to show someone newer to the sport!
Thank you for this primer. Foundations are so important. Always quality videos from The Kendo Show - you're the go-to source for our kendo-practicing family
Thank you very much for this video! My daughter and I plan to replay this multiple times to practice along with it. We are new to the bogu and need to prepare for the next class!
very informative thanks, looking to get into kendo so this was a great video to watch...but here's my question may sound silly may sound dumb..you say left kote first..why????.... does it really matter which is first????
Hey Andy Fisher Sensei, my first bogu just arrived from Japan and this video helped me a lot to learn how to put it on and do it neat and safely. Even though I have been watching the other kendoka from my dojo for a year now how it is done, it is still something completely different when you do it yourself ... :-D Thank you for the many helpful videos and interesting topics in your Kendo Rant. Keep it up! Best regards Daniel, Katatsumurikendojo Cologne, Germany
Thanks for the great video! I have just gone back to Kendo after a long absence and I'm so glad I found your channel. No body ever told me to pull the men-dare like that to help me hear. I always had problems hearing while wearing the men, now, thanks to you, I can hear much better at the dojo.
Thank you for such helpful videos! Haven't tried to put on a bogu set in a long time. This video explained everything in a clear manner, and so helpful! Thank you!
Thank you so much .. this is what i always struggling to do . good thing is my sensei is always helping me on this . but now i can practice myself at home . thank you so much again .
Hi Andy. Thanks for your videos, I have learned a lot from them to reinforce what I learn in classes! Question for you or anyone that can answer - I’ve noticed that over time (and sometimes even with a new shinai), the bamboo slats begin to separate from each other, leaving some mm of space between. Sometimes it is across the length of the shinai. Other times, it happens more in a particular place, especially the widest part. (I’ve heard this called either “do” or “harishufa”?) Is this a problem for safety, performance, or longevity of the shinai? If it is, is there a way to fix it? Even if it isn’t a problem, I’d still like to be able to fix it. In my opinion it looks slovenly, aesthetically speaking.
Great. Also, being a 'non-Kendo dad', it would be great to see a video one day specifically for western parents of kids who do Kendo. Often, we have no idea on how to tie the men, do, hakama etc, and also how the child should practice putting it on themselves. Our son started at 5, so his ability to tie the bogu without help has slowly progressed (now 7). He also puts on the tenigui slightly differently, an easier method for kids, where he folds it into a triangle. Now he will be learning how to tie the hakama, men, tare and do himself, but it's taking time. I think it does with kids, and slow parents like myself:) Thanks again Andy.
Great videos. I am going to begin training kendo this September. There is just one dojo remotely close to where I live and they only take in new students twice a year. So I am studying all the basic kendo I can at the moment (Chudan no kamae and San-Kyodo Shomen Uchii). I have been waiting since early March and I feel like a child waiting for Christmas, I can not wait to begin! Again thanks Andy.
Awesome explanation! I was all the time worrying about my ears 'cause they always started to hurt when I tied the men. But with that easy pull on the sides its now super comfortable. Also I like the easy "knot" for the bogu. Thank you very much. I appreciate your work a lot!
Could you make a video about Bad Etiquette, Showing Disrespect to opponent?? Also, are there any Techniques that are still taught, that go against modern Kendo Rules for competition etc?? 1st lesson 4/12... can't wait
Great video Andy! very easy to follow and understand. I have a question for you (or any kind Kendoka who would like to answer) how do you shape your men? Mine is very stiff and it is very rebelious to aquire a regular kendo men look. Thank you all for your help in advance! :)
If you make sure you tie the Men, with the knot at the level of your eyes, and if you pull the Mendare forwards after tying, the shape will form naturally ;)
Hey Andy Fisher, How do I put on Men with a chin padding? I was told by my sensei that I have a sharp chin, that whenever I wear my Men, my chin kinda sits inside the chinguard, preventing me to shout my Kiai. Thank you in advanced!
It's hard to tell without seeing it, but it sounds to me like the Men you are wearing doesn't properly fit. Wearing the men with a chin pad is no different, but I am not sure it will solve your problem..
As someone who has legit worn reproduction samurai armor before ever touching kendo, I am shocked that especially for the Dō that the process is so much more complicated for the most part then the Dō of samurai armor. Mainly because there’s a lot less reliance on knots and loops.
I have started my kendo journey, however, I do have a question, whenever I get hit on my head with the men strikes, it feels really painful on my forehead and the pain stays for 1 week or so, is that normal when starting? or am I doing something wrong?
Thanks you for your dedication into making these videos. Don't worry about the small comment count just know that we few love your videos ^^. Also, do you by chance also know kenjutsu?
How strict are they with gear in Japan? I'm going there in the Fall for a student exchange, and I figured I'd try out kendo while over there as the university I'm going to recommends exchange students take part in clubs. I'm thinking of bringing along the parts of my HEMA gear that are similar to kendo stuff (mask, gloves, neck-protector) to avoid having to buy everything. I assume tournaments etc. require specialized gear, but I won't be taking part in anything like that.
Hi, just heads up, I don't think a university club in Japan would be too happy with HEMA gear. I'm practicing in two clubs at the moment and even though they are very sporty, they do have some elements that are very traditional, and bogu is one of those things, but I would try t get in contact with the university directly so you don't carry the gear for no reason. I hope this helps!
They're actually fairly cheaper than what they used to be - It's a great thing that Kendo is a lot more practiced outside of Japan which basically contributes to having more affordable prices. You also have to factor in that even if they're machine stitched, the materials used are quite genuine leather/lacquers and there is some labor that goes into it. Bogu is more of an investment - you buy it and if you do take care of them, you make your money's worth with the amount of use you have the Bogu for (at least in my opinion). I'm a beginner myself in Kendo and I absolutely love it which is why I'm not quite concerned with the amount of money I'd invest in a Bogu (to a degree). I'm sure you don't need to get Bogu straight away but if you don't bother at all then eventually your Kendo will suffer (again my opinion, but I'm a beginner so what do I know). KendoStar is quite affordable especially with having Sales on most seasons/holiday seasons so spending about £300 - £500 isn't the end of the world, at least from what I've seen it's really good quality stuff. But like I say it's an investment, and a very good investment if you ask me, so if you are to get some then definitely put savings aside.
Very straight-forward and easy to follow instructions! Thank you!
Thank you for making and posting this video! I am starting kendo in my 50's and sincerely appreciate having this as a resource. I definitely plan to share this video if I am ever asked for help when it comes my turn to show someone newer to the sport!
Thank you for this primer. Foundations are so important. Always quality videos from The Kendo Show - you're the go-to source for our kendo-practicing family
Thank you very much for this video! My daughter and I plan to replay this multiple times to practice along with it. We are new to the bogu and need to prepare for the next class!
What a coincidence! I just bought my first bogu! Thank you Andy, this is really really helpful!
Greetings from Chile!
very informative thanks, looking to get into kendo so this was a great video to watch...but here's my question may sound silly may sound dumb..you say left kote first..why????.... does it really matter which is first????
It’s just a traditional Japanese thing. Personally I think it’s fun to follow the traditional rules but you don’t have to worry about it.
Hey Andy Fisher Sensei,
my first bogu just arrived from Japan and this video helped me a lot to learn how to put it on and do it neat and safely.
Even though I have been watching the other kendoka from my dojo for a year now how it is done, it is still something completely different when you do it yourself ... :-D
Thank you for the many helpful videos and interesting topics in your Kendo Rant.
Keep it up!
Best regards
Daniel, Katatsumurikendojo Cologne, Germany
Thanks for the great video! I have just gone back to Kendo after a long absence and I'm so glad I found your channel. No body ever told me to pull the men-dare like that to help me hear. I always had problems hearing while wearing the men, now, thanks to you, I can hear much better at the dojo.
Haven't tried to put on a Bogu yet. This is a great resource though, thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Thank you for such helpful videos! Haven't tried to put on a bogu set in a long time. This video explained everything in a clear manner, and so helpful! Thank you!
Thanks for showing me how to put on a kendo uniform, I'm just doing aikido and I'm interested in looking at other directions of this martial arts
VERY INFORMATIVE .... I enjoy your straight forward approach and stlye .
Great video Andy. Due to start Kendo this week.Really clear and helpful. Doubtless I'll be watching it again at some point whilst trying dress😂
Great vid, very practical especially the last few minutes with the ties, TY
Thank you so much .. this is what i always struggling to do . good thing is my sensei is always helping me on this . but now i can practice myself at home . thank you so much again .
Thank you, heaps, Andy Fisher Sempai.
Hi Andy, can you show in more detail the Tenugui and how to complete putting it on from the back ?
Hi Andy. Thanks for your videos, I have learned a lot from them to reinforce what I learn in classes!
Question for you or anyone that can answer -
I’ve noticed that over time (and sometimes even with a new shinai), the bamboo slats begin to separate from each other, leaving some mm of space between. Sometimes it is across the length of the shinai. Other times, it happens more in a particular place, especially the widest part. (I’ve heard this called either “do” or “harishufa”?)
Is this a problem for safety, performance, or longevity of the shinai? If it is, is there a way to fix it?
Even if it isn’t a problem, I’d still like to be able to fix it. In my opinion it looks slovenly, aesthetically speaking.
I will answer this in Kendo Rant ;)
Great. Also, being a 'non-Kendo dad', it would be great to see a video one day specifically for western parents of kids who do Kendo. Often, we have no idea on how to tie the men, do, hakama etc, and also how the child should practice putting it on themselves. Our son started at 5, so his ability to tie the bogu without help has slowly progressed (now 7). He also puts on the tenigui slightly differently, an easier method for kids, where he folds it into a triangle. Now he will be learning how to tie the hakama, men, tare and do himself, but it's taking time. I think it does with kids, and slow parents like myself:) Thanks again Andy.
I just got my men yesterday so thanx
Great videos. I am going to begin training kendo this September. There is just one dojo remotely close to where I live and they only take in new students twice a year. So I am studying all the basic kendo I can at the moment (Chudan no kamae and San-Kyodo Shomen Uchii). I have been waiting since early March and I feel like a child waiting for Christmas, I can not wait to begin! Again thanks Andy.
this video is very useful thank you very much for this video Sensei 🙏
Awesome explanation! I was all the time worrying about my ears 'cause they always started to hurt when I tied the men. But with that easy pull on the sides its now super comfortable. Also I like the easy "knot" for the bogu. Thank you very much. I appreciate your work a lot!
Thank you!
Very useful. Greetings from Germany :)
A hi was geht mann mach gerade shotokan karate und wollte mit kendo anfangen
Thank you Mr Fisher.
That was a wonderful video. Thank you
Thank you, from Silesia.
Quite a bit worried about this, so going to do it over and over and over once my kit arrives.
Could you make a video about Bad Etiquette, Showing Disrespect to opponent??
Also, are there any Techniques that are still taught, that go against modern Kendo Rules for competition etc??
1st lesson 4/12... can't wait
Great video as always, Andy
Nice video ! For beginners at least !! Thanks !!
How to wear the bogu if you have long hair? Is there a different way to tie things and such?
Great video Andy! very easy to follow and understand. I have a question for you (or any kind Kendoka who would like to answer) how do you shape your men? Mine is very stiff and it is very rebelious to aquire a regular kendo men look.
Thank you all for your help in advance! :)
If you make sure you tie the Men, with the knot at the level of your eyes, and if you pull the Mendare forwards after tying, the shape will form naturally ;)
Hey Andy Fisher,
How do I put on Men with a chin padding? I was told by my sensei that I have a sharp chin, that whenever I wear my Men, my chin kinda sits inside the chinguard, preventing me to shout my Kiai. Thank you in advanced!
It's hard to tell without seeing it, but it sounds to me like the Men you are wearing doesn't properly fit.
Wearing the men with a chin pad is no different, but I am not sure it will solve your problem..
As someone who has legit worn reproduction samurai armor before ever touching kendo, I am shocked that especially for the Dō that the process is so much more complicated for the most part then the Dō of samurai armor. Mainly because there’s a lot less reliance on knots and loops.
Thank you, from Argentina
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Aaaand I've been pronouncing "hakama" wrong for 20 years.
Great info!
And here I thought Japanese cooking was complicated... Thanks for the presentation.
Good video....might not be a bad idea to wear a white shirt because I can't see what you are doing with the strings.
Thanks Andy..helps a lot..
I have started my kendo journey, however, I do have a question, whenever I get hit on my head with the men strikes, it feels really painful on my forehead and the pain stays for 1 week or so, is that normal when starting? or am I doing something wrong?
Thank you !, super useful
Perfect. Thank you.
Great video
Is there a knot or so for fixing the tenugui?
this is really helpful!!!
Thank you
Thanks you for your dedication into making these videos. Don't worry about the small comment count just know that we few love your videos ^^. Also, do you by chance also know kenjutsu?
Thank you for your support. No, I am afraid I do not know much about Kenjutsu.
How strict are they with gear in Japan? I'm going there in the Fall for a student exchange, and I figured I'd try out kendo while over there as the university I'm going to recommends exchange students take part in clubs. I'm thinking of bringing along the parts of my HEMA gear that are similar to kendo stuff (mask, gloves, neck-protector) to avoid having to buy everything. I assume tournaments etc. require specialized gear, but I won't be taking part in anything like that.
woah woah calm XD this video did not really help me (no offense) but if you really want to learn you should ask a kindle master
Hi, just heads up, I don't think a university club in Japan would be too happy with HEMA gear. I'm practicing in two clubs at the moment and even though they are very sporty, they do have some elements that are very traditional, and bogu is one of those things, but I would try t get in contact with the university directly so you don't carry the gear for no reason. I hope this helps!
Kindle is really not that hard tbh, you'll be fine
Yeah, that's kinda what I thought might be the case, I'll try to get in contact with them beforehand. Thanks for letting me know!
any time, if you need any help let me know right now I'm fin Osaka and i'll be in japan until the beginning of July, so if I can help you let me know.
Your do is so clean my has some scatchs
THANK YOU
I love your Channel. please, can you make a video How to block in Kendo? thank you.
I'll see what we can do ;)
nice video !!
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What Do Dai is that Do?
Why are bogus so expensive
They're actually fairly cheaper than what they used to be - It's a great thing that Kendo is a lot more practiced outside of Japan which basically contributes to having more affordable prices. You also have to factor in that even if they're machine stitched, the materials used are quite genuine leather/lacquers and there is some labor that goes into it. Bogu is more of an investment - you buy it and if you do take care of them, you make your money's worth with the amount of use you have the Bogu for (at least in my opinion). I'm a beginner myself in Kendo and I absolutely love it which is why I'm not quite concerned with the amount of money I'd invest in a Bogu (to a degree). I'm sure you don't need to get Bogu straight away but if you don't bother at all then eventually your Kendo will suffer (again my opinion, but I'm a beginner so what do I know). KendoStar is quite affordable especially with having Sales on most seasons/holiday seasons so spending about £300 - £500 isn't the end of the world, at least from what I've seen it's really good quality stuff. But like I say it's an investment, and a very good investment if you ask me, so if you are to get some then definitely put savings aside.
mikatsuki budogu saga japan do not exist anymore?
JL B our physical store is still there in Saga :) but our online presence was all merged into KendoStar.com ;)
nice
Great. How I supposed to eat and drink now???
My biggest question for men is where the himo go in the first place. And the men came already tied in the video😭wtf
that is a nice looking dou
still struggle with putting on men...T_T
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百炼自得
Nice.
But stop saying OK
just found you, already following you on ig thank you
Thank you for this video!
Very helpful! Thanks!