Deluxe Tanto - Exotic Woods - Shima Kokutan (Asian Ebony) [F]Synthetic_Fabric a round handle wrapped with

a round handle wrapped with a cotton cord to enhance the grip and a diamond-shaped knob

that Master Inaba separated from the official branch of the school

This allows to stabilize the hips and is more comfortable for ukemi practice

for the practice of Bokken against Bokken

Deluxe Tanto - Exotic Woods - Shima Kokutan (Asian Ebony) [F]Synthetic_Fabric a round handle wrapped withShima Kokutan Deluxe Tanto Made in Japan (Kyushu) Flat Spine Rounded butt Short Kissaki Deluxe Tanto made out of a single piece of Shima Kokutan (Asian Ebony). The shape and length are resolutely classic, making it a standard tanto that will be appreciated by all aikidoka. Please note that Shima Kokutan is a very hard wood; it absorbs shocks relatively poorly and is not advised for practice with contact. Finish: Unvarnished (camelia oil polished)