Shinai

A shinai is a lightweight, flexible sword used in kendo, a Japanese martial art of swordsmanship. Made typically of four or more bamboo strips held together by leather fittings, it simulates a real sword while minimizing injury risk. The shinai allows practitioners to practice strikes and defensive techniques with speed and precision. Its design emphasizes safety and agility, making it an essential training tool for students of kendo while providing a realistic experience of sword combat.