Kendo Beginners Guide -

A practice sword made of four bamboo slats held together by leather parts.

You don't need full armor ( bogu ) on day one. Most beginners start with basic training clothes and weapons. Kendo Beginners Guide

A solid wooden sword used for practicing forms ( kata ). A practice sword made of four bamboo slats

Kendo (the "Way of the Sword") is a modern Japanese martial art descended from traditional swordsmanship (kenjutsu). It focuses on character building, discipline, and physical fitness through competitive fencing. ⚔️ Essential Gear for Beginners Kendo Beginners Guide

The traditional heavy cotton top and wide-legged pleated trousers.

Consists of the Men (helmet), Kote (gauntlets), Do (breastplate), and Tare (waist protector). This is usually introduced after several months of training.