Katori Shinto Ryu Bokken [Aramaki Model] - Classic Wood - White Oak

SKU: W627VA

From 4 workshops in 2019, the wooden weapon industry in Japan is now reduced to one workshop at full capacity and one workshop with reduced capacity. Stock shortage are more and more common, so please make sure to check the availability displayed above the add to cart button upon options selection. Feel free to read our blog article for more information on the situation.

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Available fonts (style) 4 Japanese fonts, 3 English fonts
Depth The stronger the laser, the deeper the engraving. Superficial is quite discreet, standard is deep enough to stand forever, deep can go up to 1 mm depth and creates a burning effect within the engraving.
Free transcriptions You can 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 do not translate expressions or initials, only names or words. Requests for expressions translations will be ignored and refunded. Please also note that initials cannot be translated into Japanese. Consequently, they will always be engraved in English.
Number of engravings You can order a maximum of 3 engravings per weapon from this page. The modules N1, N2, and N3 correspond to the engravings Number 1, number 2, and number 3. These modules are identical and you can add them in the order you wish. Of course, we cannot engrave twice in the same place, so please pay attention to the chosen positions.
For more than 3 engravings, please contact us prior to placing your order.
Limitations We engrave in Japanese and English only (no Chinese, Korean, etc.) For any special request (logo/design), contact us prior to your order. (Undiscussed demands will be ignored).
More information Engraving Information & Japanese free translation (on site), Transcription usages (Seido Blog), and the engraving workshop presentation (Youtube)
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Bokken Laser Engraving - N°1

  • Position: Right or left (when held) | handle, near Tsuba or blade
  • Letter size: standard (~7.5 mm), big (~10 mm), extra big (~12 mm)
  • Up to 3 engravings can be added per Bokken.
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    Bokken Laser Engraving - N°2

  • Position: Right or left (when held) | handle, near Tsuba or blade
  • Letter size: standard (~7.5 mm), big (~10 mm), extra big (~12 mm)
  • Up to 3 engravings can be added per Bokken.
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    Bokken Laser Engraving - N°3

  • Position: Right or left (when held) | handle, near Tsuba or blade
  • Letter size: standard (~7.5 mm), big (~10 mm), extra big (~12 mm)
  • Up to 3 engravings can be added per Bokken.
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    Nylon Bag for Bokken & Shinai with shoulder strap

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    Material: Nylon

    Available color: Black & Navy Blue

    Name plate option: Synthetic leather embroidered name plate (maximum 1 name)

    This model is made of particularly strong nylon. The shoulder strap will allow to carry 2 bokken comfortably on your shoulder. Synthetic leather reinforcements at the bottom of the cover for better resistance.

    Please note that this cover is for Bokken or Shinai only, and the length is not sufficient for transporting a Jo.
    For Bokken, Jo & Tanto sets, please see the Carry Bag Bokken/Jo/Tanto (nylon) model.

    Nylon Bokken & Shinai Bag Specifications
    Model For Bokken & Shinai 34 For Shinai 37 For Shinai 39
    Max weapon length 103 cm 113 cm 119 cm
    Full length 105 cm 115 cm 120 cm
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    "Name Plate" Option: Optionally, you can add a name plate embroidered with your name. This plate is made of synthetic leather, and will be directly integrated on the bag before shipping.
    Please note: given the little space available, it is only possible to embroider either a first name, a last name, or a word (Aikido, Aikibudo etc.)
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    Camellia Oil - Tsubaki abura

    Made in Japan (Isu Islands)

    Ingredient: 100% Tsubaki Oil

    Size: 70 mL (2,3 oz) / 118 mL (3.9 oz) / 1 L (33.8 oz) / 1.8 L (60.9 oz)

    This oil has been produced on the island of Toshima (Isu Shoto), off Tokyo, for more than a century. It is used by many Japanese wood workers as well as specialists in ancient blade (shinken) who are looking for a more stable oil than the Choji oil.

    The 70 and 118 mL are conditionned in glass bottles. 1 and 1.8 L are conditionned in metal cans. Cans are not available in stock and require about a week before shipping.

    Treatment with Camellia oil is recommended by the craftsmen who make our wooden weapons. The regular oiling is necessary for unvarnished weapons. It is recommended also for the maintenance of Iaito and Shinken.

    Utilization on wooden weapons:
    Once every 2 months in the wet season, 2 times per month during dry season. For a better preservation of your weapons, it is advisable to carefully rub them with a dry cloth after each use. When you apply the oil, clean the wood surface by rubbing vigorously with a dry cloth, then apply the oil in a thin layer directly with the hand. Allow to dry.
    If your weapons are not painted it will not be necessary to sand, but if they are, sanding will help the wood to absorb more oil.

    Note that this Camelia oil is initialy intended for skin and hair care. We've selected this oil for it's unmatched quality: 100% pure camelia oil, no additive, cold pressed, cosmetic grade, almost odorless, and halal certified.

     

    Product Information & Size Chart

    • Katori Shinto Ryu Bokken - Aramaki Model

      Made in Japan (Kyushu)
      Flat Spine | Flat butt | Beveled Kissaki
      White Oak available

      This Katori Shinto Ryu Bokken is made from a single piece of white oak, and manufactured in the southern islands of Kyushu (Japan), at the Aramaki workshop. With a shape slightly shorter but thicker than that of a classic Bokken, this model is used by practitioners of the Kenjutsu school called "Tenshin Shoden Katori Shinto Ryu". It is also part of the equipment of certain teachers of the Yoseikan Budo and the Aikibudo.

      Depending on the workshop the Dojos and branches have connections with, certain specifications of this Koryu Bokken slightly differ.
      We have decided to offer Aramaki's version of this Bokken, featuring a length of 96.5 cm and is hence, a little bit shorter than other models, and has a somewhat more stylized Kissaki tip. The Aramaki version also has a slightly deeper curve (sori).
      Aramaki's version is fully handmade, no machine or guide is used for the curvature, so this model is significantly more expensive.

      We also offer the Katori Shoto made by the Aramaki workshop.
      This product is also available in the Katori Shinto Ryu Daisho (Aramaki Model) - Bokken & Shoto Set

      • Choice of wood species: White oak
      • Available finish: Standard Finish or Seido Special Finish.
      • Manufacturing workshop: Aramaki

      Finish options:

      In 2021, with concerns for the workers, all workshops greatly reduced the number of urethane varnished weapons and replaced the finish by a "Candle Wax". Seido is now transitioning to a new finish offer for the majority of its weapons.

      Standard Finish: At Seido, we complete the workshop finish with Camelia oil treatment by default. This is the standard Seido finish.
      We do not apply any additional polishing for this finish, so some weapons might have a slightly rough surface.
      For maintenance, we recommend that you oil your weapons about once a month with a vegetal based oil.

      Seido Special Finish: For this special Finish, we first apply a Camelia oil polish (oiling and sanding the weapons with oiled sand paper), then we finish the weapon with high quality beeswax. This finish makes the wood as smooth as it can be and guarantee an excellent protection for several months.
      For maintenance, we recommend at least to oil your weapons every month or so. You can also apply wax a few hours after oiling your weapons (if some oil remains on the wood, remove it with a piece of cloth or tissue).

      Katori Shinto Ryu Bokken Specifications
      Wood Shirakashi
      (White Oak)
      Weight 550 g~600 g
      Full length 96.5 cm
      Blade length 69.5 cm
      Tsuka length 27 cm
      Tsuka diameter 38 x 26 mm
      Mine Hiramine (flat spine)
      Tsuka shape Taira (flat butt)
      Kissaki Beveled (original Kissaki)

      *Due to the hand-made manufacturing, color and weight may vary slightly from one weapon to another

      About Katori Shinto Ryu :

      The school Katori Shinto Ryu, or also called Tenshin Shoden Katori Shinto Ryu is undoubtedly one of the oldest martial art schools of Japan. Founded mid 15th century by Iizasa Ienao after his retirement at the Shinto Katori Jingu, a shrine dedicated to the Gods of martial arts. This school like most of the traditional schools, does not only understand the techniques with the sword (kenjutsu and iaijutsu), but also numerous techniques with other weapons, such as the Naginata, the spear (sojutsu) and the Shuriken, and techniques without weapons (jujutsu). The teachings of the Katori Shinto differs significantly from other schools in focusing on the training of technical strategies and military logistics. In this school the Soke currently holds no more than a representative role, the technical responsibility is entrusted to Kyoso Shigetoshi Shihan. The school was popularized in Europe due to certain dissident forms of practice included in the Yoseikan Budo (Minoru Mochizuki) and in the Aikibudo (Alain Floquet) but the official current is quite well represented outside Japan as well.

    • Customer Reviews

      Based on 14 reviews
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      曺 (US)
      Excellent

      Wonderful.

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      Christophe (CSAG Montigny les Metz)
      Tout simplement impeccable

      Bokken de très belle qualité, envoi rapide et suivi efficace.
      Equilibre parfait, belle finition, travail soigné, il ne me reste qu'à honorer l'artisan lors de son utilisation.

      J
      JCabrita (Portugal - Ungoshin)
      Great weapon

      As expected a great weapon, an example of the japanese expertise. The beeswax finish is smooth and very pleasant in the hand. The bokuto was very well packed and the delivery was very fast.
      It was my fiirst purchase, but definitely not the last.
      Thank you.

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      Eric (Aikiksr Luxembourg)
      Très bien

      Après avoir commandé le bokken en chêne blanc avec la finition spéciale Seido, j'ai voulu comparer avec le modèle en chêne rouge en finition standard : pas déçu, même cette version "de base" est déjà très bien, très agréable en main et parfaitement équilibrée. Encore bravo aux artisans pour la qualité de leur travail, et à Seido pour la rapidité du traitement de la commande.

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      Eric (AIKIKSR Luxembourg)
      Superbe

      J'ai commandé le modèle en chêne blanc avec la finition spéciale Seido : magnifique, parfaitement équilibré et une finition au top, je ne m'attendais pas à un bokken aussi beau !
      De plus, le traitement de la commande et l'expédition rapide par l'équipe Seido ont été au top également : information régulière de l'avancement de la commande, réception ultra-rapide.
      Nul doute qu'une autre commande (chêne rouge avec finition standard, pour voir la différence) sera faite très prochainement.
      Merci Seido et bravo aux artisans japonais.

      はし (剣術)
      荒牧工房製

      2021年3月に白樫を購入。
      やや短めで重量感があるので室内の素振りにも向いていると思いました。
      個人的にかなりお気に入りの一本で購入してから振る機会が多いです。

      J
      JL (Spain)
      Perfect feeling when holding it

      As expected the bokken is smooth and perfectly balanced. A litter heavier than the red oak one from Aramaki too. The delivery was really fast, as there was stock of it.

      D
      DAVID GUGLIELMI (WEZEMBEEK-OPPEM)
      Parfaitement ce qui était prévu

      Rien à dire de négatif, la gravure laser est ce qui est le plus bel ajout qu'offre Seido.
      C'est émouvant de se dire que chaque bokken est fait par un artisan et pour chaque personne.
      Il est généralement un peu plus court que ce que Sugino avait à l'époque et plus léger, mais la répartition est parfaite (du poids).

      K
      Kamyar (Germany)
      A real pleasure

      This was my first time ordering from Seido.
      I find the information about the item, shipping and taxes excellent. Fortunately, I did not have to pay taxes in Germany for the item.
      Today I received the beautiful bokken much faster than announced. And it is a delight to hold it in my hand. A beautiful piece of craftsmanship!
      Thank you very much!

      V
      VOITURON (Stavelot)
      Superbe bokken, prise en main, equilibre, parfait

      Superbe bokken, prise en main, equilibre, parfait

      For compliance reasons, reviews placed in French and Japanese and imported here on February 2024 do not display as 'verified'.
      When importing Japanese reviews, the impossibility to automatically determine the presence of a familly name forced us to label all Japanese reviews as 'anonymous' (Familly names in roman characters have been filtered out).

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    Product & Services

    Katori Shinto Ryu Bokken [Aramaki Model] - Classic Wood - White Oak: ¥12,200
    Bokken Laser Engraving - N°1: ¥1,200
    Bokken Laser Engraving - N°2: ¥1,200
    Bokken Laser Engraving - N°3: ¥1,200
    Shoto Laser Engraving - N°1: ¥1,200
    Shoto Laser Engraving - N°2: ¥1,200
    Shoto Laser Engraving - N°3: ¥1,200
    Jo, Bo & Hanbo Laser Engraving - N°1: ¥1,200
    Jo, Bo & Hanbo Laser Engraving - N°2: ¥1,200
    Jo, Bo & Hanbo Laser Engraving - N°3: ¥1,200
    Tanto Laser Engraving - N°1: ¥1,200
    Tanto Laser Engraving - N°2: ¥1,200
    Tanto Laser Engraving - N°3: ¥1,200
    Katanakake Laser Engraving - N°1: ¥1,200
    Katanakake Laser Engraving - N°2: ¥1,200
    Nunchaku Laser Engraving N°1 - First Branch: ¥1,200
    Nunchaku Laser Engraving N°2 - First Branch: ¥1,200
    Nunchaku Laser Engraving N°1 - Second Branch: ¥1,200
    Nunchaku Laser Engraving N°2 - Second Branch: ¥1,200
    Tonfa Laser Engraving N°1: ¥1,200
    Tonfa Laser Engraving N°2: ¥1,200
    Kenju Laser Engraving N°1: ¥1,200
    Kenju Laser Engraving N°2: ¥1,200

    Accessories

    1 x Nylon Bokken & Shinai Bag: ¥5,700
    1 x Tsubaki Abura (Camellia Oil): ¥2,000
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