Niten Ichi Ryu Bokken - White Oak

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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.
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    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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    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

    • Niten Ichi Ryu Bokken - White Oak

      Made in Japan (Kyushu)

      Rounded Spine | Flat butt | Kendogata Kissaki

      White Oak available

      This Niten Ichi Bokken is made from woods from the southern islands of Kyushu (Japan), available in white oak, or Isu no Ki. This Bokken equips students of the Kenjutsu school "Niten Ichi Ryu", a school founded by Miyamoto Musashi. Intended for the practice with two swords, it is very thin, therefore light and elegant. It also suits practitioners of other styles seeking a Bokken to work on precision and speed.

      This product is also available in the "Niten Ichi Ryu Daisho - Bokken & Shoto Set" with a 1000 YEN rebate in comparison to separate purchase.
      We also offer the Shoto (Short) version as well as the legendary Bokken "Musashi" destined for suburi practice.

      • 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).

      Niten Ichi Ryu Bokken Specifications
      Wood Shirakashi
      (White Oak)
      Weight 360 ~ 400 g
      Full length 101.5 cm
      Blade length 76 cm
      Tsuka length 25.5 cm
      Tsuka diameter 33 x 20 mm
      Mine Gyo no mine (slightly rounded)
      Tsuka shape Taira (flat butt)
      Kissaki Kendogata (Old Kendo shape Kissaki)

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

      About Niten Ichi Ryu :

      This Kenjutsu school, with complete name called Hyoto Niten Ichi Ryu, derives its great reputation from its founder, the most popular samurai, Miyamoto Musashi. Loosely translated into "school of the strategy of heaven and earth" its specificity is a broad catalogue of techniques with two swords, Bokken and Shoto (or Katana and Wakizashi). The two Bokken and Shoto of this school were created by Musashi himself and have therefore been used in this form for over 300 years. Also practised in this school are techniques with a long stick called Bo. Moreover there are several sub-groups existing, of which most are recognized as having a more or less direct filiation, as well as other Niten Ichi Ryu style inspirated schools like Saotome Sensei's practice with two swords in Aikido.
    • Customer Reviews

      Based on 28 reviews
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      進 友田
      居合道稽古にも最適な細身、軽量の木刀

      今回、居合道の稽古指導の為、細身二天一流大刀(白樫標準仕上ニス無)を購入しました。常に真剣を使用する為、技の指導、説明には真剣に近い細身の木刀がどしても必要でした。思った以上に細身、軽量で柄の握りも  
      しっくりし白樫の風合いもとてもいいものでした。早速椿油を塗り使用しております(塗ると又又色合いがいい物になりました)
      九州の都城市で作られる純日本製という事も、とても気に入っております。大切に使用させて頂きます。

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      RDM (Portugal, Kenshin Ryu Jujutsu)
      Fine artcraft

      Amazing piece of artcraft.

      The definition and light handling makes it a fantastic training experience. The closest to a real Katana I ever experienced in a Bo Ken

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      Giacomo (Italia)
      AWESOME

      I want to thank the whole Seido team for the truly excellent service throughout the expedition. The package was shipped and delivered practically in two Italian working days. The bokken is fantastic and of a higher quality than all the ones I have had the opportunity to use.

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      Pablo (United States)
      Superb Bokken Craftsmanship

      Having purchased the shirakashi oil polished shoto, I felt that I had to purchase the bokken in order to practice Miyamoto Musashi's Niten Ichi-Ryu as it was meant to be experienced. As with the shoto, I am completely blown away at the level of skill that went into creating this piece of art and culture. The attention to detail is absolutely stunning. Not a single scratch or mark is to be found on this beautiful bokken. The thinness and elegance allows one to focus on precision and speed with one hand or both. Once again the artists employed by Seido have proven their works superiority to anything else you can find on the market. Given Seido's excellent quality of products and customer service, I'm absolutely certain they will be in business for another 20 years. Cheers to Mr.Delage and all those who have made it possible for the world to experience the beauty of traditional Japanese craftsmanship!

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      Niamakutaku (United States)
      Niten Bokuto

      Isu no ki isn’t the best for contact, as Niten bokuto are really meant. However, they are lovely and I will use them for embu and the like. I do, however, love and appreciate the care and detail with which Seido Shop handles its products/customers. Both bokuto and shoto are wonderfully made and will be treasured for a long time.

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      David Johnston (United States)
      Amazing craftsmanship

      Not only is this the sturdiest bokken that I have ever owned, but also it feels the nicest. The attention to detail and balance of the weapon is absolutely amazing. This is the first bokken I've ever owned that feels like my katana and wakizashi as I swing them, the balance is the exact same and it feels great performing kata with these two. My katana and wakizashi were handcrafted to match the time period of Miyamoto Musashi's swords. This period would have been the Azuchi-Momoyama period going into the early Edo period. The practice of Hyoho Niten Ichi Ryu is still taught today with bokken of this period. They are lighter compared to many bokken produced today with a noticeable weight near the tip. As I have said before this is the greatest booken I have ever owned and am very pleased. If you plan to practice Hyoho Niten Ichi Ryu or any form of Enmei Ryu or even Shinkage-Ryu's Nito Yaburi, this bokken and shoto are a must have.

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      Christopher (Norway)
      Perfect

      Perfect for training in the way of niten-ichi ryu

      清玄 上村
      太刀筋の確認、修正におススメです。

      白樫ニス無しを購入しました。薄型なのに歪みも一切なく、期待以上に良い品物でした。
      正しく振ると樋入り木刀のように音が鳴ります。また、薄い柄の握り心地がとても気持ちがいいです。

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      Alessandro (Italy)
      Simply perfect

      I'd like to thank Seido for the accuracy, professionalism and service rendered.
      The bokken is perfect and delivered to italy in less than 4 days!
      Thanks again guys, i've been in Japan 3 times: next one i'll come to see you!

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      Alessio (Hyoho Niten Ichi Ryu Italy Shibu)
      Great

      This is the second time I buy this bokken, to have a spare one just in case (the first one, bought one year ago and used often, is still doing great): I am really happy about it, the shape is beautiful and I love the oil finishing (not offered by many other sellers).
      Also I ordered it (with other things) on monday and I received it in Italy on thursday!!
      Most recommended.

      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

    Niten Ichi Ryu Bokken - White Oak: ¥11,300
    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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