Published: Tue, 27 December 2022
In Japan, calligraphy, ink drawing, and painting are traditionally displayed on a kakejiku (also called sometimes kakemono). It's a lengt...
In an age where the "product origin" has lost its meaning, Seido is the very last company that offers only 100% made in Japan equipment. All our products are entirely cut/sewn in Japan and all the textiles we use are made in Japan as well. This is the foundation of our brand, we do not compromise on quality.
Seido was created and is run by martial artists practicing various Japanese Budo in Japan. This allows us to get daily feedback on the mats and therefore, to have total confidence in the quality and relevance of our products, as well as in the very high level of our customer service. We consider all our clients as fellow practitioners.
Seido has its own high quality embroidery & engraving workshops. Embroideries are performed within 3, and engravings within 5 business days - we're the fastest in the industry. We also offer free professional name transcription. Learn more on our YouTube presentation video.
All Seido Hakama, Dogi and Obi (belts) have passed the Aikikai standard tests and therefore, can be fitted with the Aikikai logo (optional). The Aikikai foundation approval is a guarantee that our products comply with the quality standards set by Hombu Dojo Shihan and are perfectly suited for the practice of Aikido.
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I chose Seido for the quality and great value of their equipment and to support the great ambition of an Aikido equipment company run by foreigners in Japan. I particularly appreciate to be able to discuss directly the most minute technical details with their international team of Aikidoists.
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I had for years been the customer of other brands but I decided to switch over to Seido because of the excellent quality they offer. I am impressed by Seido's transparency regarding the origin of their products and the pleasure of dealing with a competent team of Aikidoka comforts me in my choice.
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I have chosen Seido's Hakama for its great quality and reasonable price. The slightly longer front belts, the flexibility when ordering a well adapted custom made gear, and the very fast shipping - the overall quality of service makes Seido stand out, and therefore is my choice.
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My teaching in Japan and my frequent trips abroad put my uniforms through harsh times. Fortunately, I can count on Seido to understand my needs and to provide me with the highest quality in Japanese equipment.
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My "cashmere touch" training hakama is certainly the best hakama I've owned in my close to 30 years of aikido practice. It's beautiful. It looks exceptional - both still and in motion. Seido products are great so I’m happy to stand behind them!
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Seido simply offers the best service and the best cost performance ratio. It is no surprise that Aikidoists, like Christian Tissier, André Cognard or my brother (Issei Tamaki) are trusting in Seido for their equipment. Seido is bringing the best of Japanese equipment to all practitioners at a fair price.
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Published: Tue, 27 December 2022
In Japan, calligraphy, ink drawing, and painting are traditionally displayed on a kakejiku (also called sometimes kakemono). It's a lengt...
Published: Wed, 30 November 2022
The fabric used to make a kakejiku is referred to as "kireji" (裂地). Kireji's function, similar to that of a frame in Western painting, is...
Published: Mon, 24 October 2022
It may seem strange to those unfamiliar with calligraphy, but ink is traditionally sold as solid sticks rather than liquid, and each call...
Published: Wed, 21 September 2022
Congratulations! You’ve made a beautiful investment for your martial art school or for your home interior. Japanese calligraphies and ha...
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