Deluxe Tanto - Exotic Woods - Shima Kokutan (Asian Ebony) iaiobi as KuSakura controls the whole

as KuSakura controls the whole process of production

it keeps the Hakama better in place than an ordinary Obi and helps stabilize the hips

or even with normal clothes

It is composed of a classic double-weaved "sashiko" (rice grain) on the upper part

slightly marked or mat

Deluxe Tanto - Exotic Woods - Shima Kokutan (Asian Ebony) iaiobi as KuSakura controls the wholeShima 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)