Semi-Heavy Weight (#6000) Indigo (Aizome) Cotton Hakama
SKU: AH600
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Heavy Weight Traditional Aizome Aikido Hakama -
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Heavy Weight Cotton Aikido Hakama - Front -
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Heavy Weight Cotton Aikido Hakama - Aizome (Indigo) dye fabric -
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Aikido Hakama - Flexible Koshiita, 7 lines of stitching -
Optional Embroidery on Aikido Hakama
Product Customizations
Hakama Embroidery Services
| Available fonts (style) | Kaishotai and Gyoshotai for Japanese, cursive and block for English. |
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| Available colors | 20 colors - the most popular for Hakama are golden brown and white. |
| Free transcriptions |
Write your name in English and select a "Japanese" font, in which case we will take care of the transcription. Note that several translations exist for the same name and that we cannot accept claims. (Please use the text field to add a comment if the pronunciation is unusual. If you already have a translation, please attach a picture). We only translate names or words, we do not translate expressions, such requests will be ignored and refunded, if not discussed prior to your order. Please also note that initials cannot be translated in Japanese. Consequently, they will always be embroidered in English. |
| Limitations | We embroider in Japanese and English only (no Chinese, Korean, etc.). For any special requests/logo embroidery etc., contact us prior to your order (otherwise, such comments may be ignored). |
| More information |
Embroidery workshop & Japanese free translation (on site), Japanese embroidery on martial art equipment (YouTube) and Embroidery workshop transcription usages (Blog) |
Prices vary depending on selected options.
Service details
Hakama Embroidery - Right Hip
- This is the most classic position for a Hakama embroidery. Note: depending on the content (e.g. name + martial art) we split the content into two lines. Feel free to use the comment field for further instructions.
- Japanese (Kanji, Kana): ~2 x 2 cm - vertical or horizontal
- English block (capital letters): ~1.5 x 1.5 cm - vertical or horizontal
- English cursive capital Letters: ~2 x 2 cm / letter - horizontal only
- English cursive lower case letters: ~1.5 x 1.5 cm - horizontal only
- Max. embroidery length: 16 cm (depending on the length of the content, font size might be adapted)
- Note that Initials are never written in Japanese.They always appear in Romaji (alphabet). Initials also count as 1 word. As a result, "Initial + Name" is 2 words. Initials not paid for will be ignored.
Prices vary depending on selected options.
Service details
Hakama Embroidery - Koshiita Outside (backplate)
- Embroidery on the outside (on the fabric) of the back plate of the Hakama.
- Letter size: ~1.5 ~ 3 cm
- Max. embroidery length: 10 cm (depending on the length of the content, font size will be adapted)
- Only horizontal
- Common content at this position: Dojo name, martial art name
- Note that Initials are never written in Japanese.They always appear in Romaji (alphabet). Initials also count as 1 word. As a result, "Initial + Name" is 2 words. Initials not paid for will be ignored.
Prices vary depending on selected options.
Service details
Hakama Embroidery - Koshiita Inside (backplate)
- Embroidery on the inside (on the fabric of the Koshiita), invisible when wearing the Hakama.
- Letter size: ~1.5 ~ 3 cm
- Max. embroidery length: 10 cm (depending on the length of the content, font size will be adapted)
- Only horizontal
- Common content at this position: name, Dojo name, martial art name
- Note that Initials are never written in Japanese.They always appear in Romaji (alphabet). Initials also count as 1 word. As a result, "Initial + Name" is 2 words. Initials not paid for will be ignored.
- A great option for a discreet embroidery.
Hakama Customization Services
Prices vary depending on selected options.
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Hakama Alteration - Front/Back Strap Extension
- Recommended for a hips/waist circumference of max. 100 cm
- Measure your hips or waist size depending on where your tie your Hakama (usually on the hips for men and waist for women).
- Ideal front strap calculation For Aikido:
- Front strap : "waist/hips size" x 4 + ~80 cm"
- Back strap : "waist/hips size x 2 + 20~30 cm"
Note: The straps are measured in their entirety, from the left end to the right end, including the middle (Hakama) part. The length of the extension is added to the total of the strap length (e.g. +20 cm equal +10 cm on each side). - Ideal front strap calculation for Iaido:
- Front strap : "waist/hips size" x 3 + ~80 cm"
- Back strap : "waist/hips size x 2 + 20~30 cm"
Note: The straps are measured in their entirety, from the left end to the right end, including the middle (Hakama) part. The length of the extension is added to the total of the strap length (e.g. +20 cm equal +10 cm on each side). -
Aikido Hakama standard straps length :
- 20 to 24.5 > front 400 cm / back 180 cm
- 25 to 30 > front 420 cm / back 200 cm -
Iaido Hakama standard straps length :
- 20 to 24.5 > front 330 cm / back 180 cm
- 25 to 30 > front 360 cm / back 200 cm
Prices vary depending on selected options.
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Hakama Alteration - Custom Wide Cut
- Measure your hips or waist size depending on where your tie your Hakama (usually on the hips for men and waist for women).
- Recommended for a waist circumference of 95 - 120 cm (for a greater hips/waist size, please contact us to discuss further adjustments).
- Includes widening of the front part, Koshiita (backplate), and strap extensions.
- A general larger cut ensures comfort and freedom of movement.
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Hakama Alteration - Koshiita height adjustment
- The Koshiita should sit on top of the belt. (Seido Hakama are fitted to be worn with a common Judo type belt.)
- High Koshiita (Iaido style): The Koshiita is higher than the front strap, to be worn with a Kakuobi/large Iai type belt.
- Low Koshiita: The base of the Koshiita is about 3 cm lower than the front strap (which is done by moving the front strap slightly up). This allows to fold the front belt into the "Judo type belt" without getting a crumpled Hakama when tied.
- Adjusting the height of the Koshiita according to your belt/style of wearing, helps that the pleats fall nicely and flat.
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Hakama Alteration - Hanger strap
- Two loops on the inside of the Hakama.
- These loops are sewn below the Koshiita and below the front strap during manufacturing, delaying the time to completion by ~5 weeks.
- Ideal to hang your Hakama on a hanger after practice or laundry.
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Hakama Alteration - Longer Lateral Vents
- Lengthened lateral vents by about 5 cm on both sides.
- Especially suited and popular among practitioners with a waist circumference of 90 - 100 cm, who do not want a custom large cut.
- Great freedom of movement, but the jacket may stick out on the sides.
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Hakama Alteration - Lateral Reinforcement
- An added piece of fabric to reinforce both openings (left and right side) of the lateral vents.
- All Seido Hakama already come with especially added stitching (machine sewn), that are more discrete than an extra piece of cloth. But if you want to give it a little extra to be on the save side - this is your option.
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Hakama Alteration - Koshiita Hera
- Small plastic toggle, stitched on below the Koshiita, to be tucked in the belt.
- Mainly used for Iaido, it is not recommended for Aikido practice and may lead to back injuries when taking Ukemi.
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Prices vary depending on selected options.
Knee Support - Free Size
Made in Japan
Color: Black
Size: One size fits all
"One size fits all" knee support with an adjustable, elastic tie of velcro tape. Padded with relatively rigid foam to protect your knees and very comfortable to wear, allowing suwariwaza (movements made in a kneeling position) thanks to the opening at the back. Usable for practitioners of Aikido, Iaido, Judo, or Karate.
Sold as a single unit or as a pair.
Seido Tenugui - Seishin Itto Nanigoto ka Narazaran
Made in Japan
This traditional Tenugui (Japanese hand towel) can be used as such in Kendo, Nippon Kempo or Jukendo but also as small towel to wipe off sweat during practice.
In the center is the logo of the Seido brand, the Kanji "Do" or "Michi", found in Aikido, Judo, Karatedo etc. which means "way".
Roughly translated as "where there is a will, there is a way", this well known proverb "Seishin Itto Nanigoto Ka Narazaran" means more precisely "when the mind is concentrated, nothing is impossible".
Please hand-wash in cold water before first use.
External resource: the origin of the tenugui (off site).
- 100% Cotton
- Traditional size : 98 x 34 cm
- Traditional "Honzome" dye, meaning a dye that deeply penetrates the fiber.
Prices vary depending on selected options.
Dogi & Hakama Sashiko Bag
Made in Japan
Material: 100% Unbleached Sashiko Cotton
Dimensions: 43 cm x 55 cm (rope length is about 195 cm in total).
Embroidery color: 18 colors to chose from (the same color applies for both the kanji main design and the name option).
Name option: Name embroidery at the bottom of the bag (see product pictures)
This cotton bag can fit a dogi, hakama, belt and towel. The ropes and port on the back are thick and comfortable. For optimal quality, Seido logo, Aikido calligraphy, "Ki" calligraphy and all other designs are not printed but embroidered. Made 100% from japanese made unbleached sashiko cotton, this product is eco friendly.
This product is a Seido original product designed by our team.
Here are all the designs we offer and their meaning:
- The Seido embroidery is based on the Seido label attached to all Seido equipments.
- The Aikido embroidery is based on a calligraphy found in the main dojo of Aikikai Hombu Dojo. It was created by Morihei Ueshiba O-Sensei when he was 80 years old, a period in his life when his calligraphy reached its peak. Note that the depth and extension of ideograms are a sign of an open mind.
- The "Ki' embroidery is based on the same calligraphy as the "Aikido embroidery" but only contains the second kanji "Ki".
- Judo - Gyoshotai (cursive font)
- Karatedo - Gyoshotai (cursive font)
- Kendo - Gyoshotai (cursive font)
- Iaido - Gyoshotai (cursive font)
- Zanshin - Gyoshotai (cursive font) : Remaining mind, or lingering mind.
- Mushin - Gyoshotai (cursive font) : No mind (mental state), or mind without mind.
- Heijoshin - Gyoshotai (cursive font) : Calm, imperturbable, relaxed heart/mind
- Shingitai - Gyoshotai (cursive font) : The unification of mind, skills and body.
- Takemusu Aiki - Gyoshotai (cursive font) : Aikido concept, the unity of martial techniques through the concept of Aiki.
Option "Name Embroidery":
Optionally, you can add your name as embroidery. It will be embroidered on the left of the bottom part (same high as the Seido label), with a font size of 2 cm by 2 cm.
Please note that due to our technical settings and to improve the overall balance, it is only possible to embroider either a first name, a last name or a word (1 word).
For more information about Japanese embroidery, please consult the page "How to Choose your Japanese Embroidery".
Product Information & Size Chart
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#6000 Cotton Bushu Aizome Aikido Hakama - Semi-heavy Weight
Made in Japan | Indigo-dyed (Aizome)
Material: 100% cotton #6000
Shrinkage: ~2% | Weight (size 26): 1.3 kg
Shape: Traditional Aikido cut (flexible koshiita, 7 lines of stitches on straps)
The fabric used for this model comes from one of the largest traditional indigo dyers of Japan located in the region of Saitama, north of Tokyo. Despite the constraints associated with maintaining Aizome Hakama, these are still used by many Japanese teachers who are very attached to tradition, including some at the Hombu Dojo.
#6000 corresponds to the yarn density, but a higher number does not signify an increase in quality. Indeed, a cotton #20000, for example, would be too rigid for the practice of martial arts. The #6000 is the minimum density possible to maintain good strength while providing a soft cloth. Traditional indigo dye has many advantages; it repels insects, promotes healing, and accelerates the drying of the fabric. These are the reasons why it has been used in the manufacturing of martial art equipments since the times of the samurai.
The Bushu process of dying is more recent however, dating back a hundred years. It consists in using traditional indigo to dye the cotton threads before weaving. This guarantees a better outfit and uniform dyeing. Our "Bushu" Indigo-dyed cotton Hakama are all designed according to this principle, which is the best of the best in terms of traditional Japanese dyeing.
This model is recommended to practitioners who have substantial experience in wearing Hakama, or those looking for a traditional and heavy garment but who are not afraid of the difficult maintenance of this type of fabric. Although Indigo rubs off very easily on the white fabric of your keikogi or that of your partner, it also washes off easily, even by hand washing.
For maximum comfort, the strap length is adjusted according to the size of the hakama. However, please note that the shrinkage will make each side shrink by about 5 cm, so please make sure you have enough length fit your waist/hips size..
As all our Hakama, this model is fully made in Japan (fabric, cut, and stitching).
Option - Sewing of the inner pleats)
Cotton Hakama models are particularly difficult to maintain and fold, we therefore propose to sew the inner pleats. Although the "wrinkled" aspect of Aizome Hakama is a desirable feature for most practitioners who usually choose this model, you might opt for the option of sewing the pleats in order to preserve and identify them more easily during folding after class or during washing. The pleats are sewn on the inside, which makes them completely invisible when worn. The result however is that the pleats are better kept, and the "puffed out" aspect the hakama will be reduced.Before first use:
To better set the dye, we recommend to soak your Hakama in salt water and/or vinegar overnight, and repeat this process at least twice. More information can be found on the "How to Take Care of your Hakama" page, or check out our blog post on the traditional "Japanese Indigo on Martial Arts Equipment". Please note that what ever you do, this Hakama will always rub off, this is what Aizome is.
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