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Summer gi Light weight yet tough - ideal for hot climates. Exclusive to Budostuff: antiodour and antibacterial impregnation; reinforcements and multiple stiching for strength; superstrong light fabric	Summer/winter/shihan hakama Available in polyester/cashmere mix usitable for winter and for shihan/sensei performances and a breathable polyeter/linen ideal for hot climates

Aikido uniform - gi

The basic aikido uniform is the keikogi - Budostuff gi is light weight but very strong 100% cotton weave, available in two colours, cream and white. Pants have reinforcements on the knees. Custom size uniforms available.
Women`s uniform with a tie string at chest level available. Why not have your name embroidered on your uniform?!

Aikido uniform - hakama

Part of the aikido uniform are the hakama. Budostuff hakama are available in three different types of fabric: polyester, cotton and wool/linen. For your everyday training the best hakama are the polyester ones, with an excellent cut which perfectly moulds to the shape of your body. Our cotton and woollen hakama are made of high quality materials best for "special occasions", such as any kinds of shows in front of audiences and aikido seminars.

Aikido uniform - obi

Budostuff store offers you all cotton aikido obi (belts) that are very strong and durable, also can be embroided with anything you like. Different colours of embroidery are possible. The high elasticity of our belts means that once tied properly they do not loosen during training. Belts available in black, white and cream (unbleached).

Aikido or iaido uniform - Kakuobi

Part of the aikido uniform are Kakuobi, wide belts with ornamental patterns. Our kakuobi are 100% cotton and made according to traditional Japanese methods. Choose from 12 different colours. Kakuobi width - 10cm (3.9"), kakuobi length - 3m (118"). Custom size available.

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Aikido wooden weapons - bokken, jo, tanto

Our wooden weapons: bokken, Iwama-ryu bokken, jo and tanto, for aikido training are crafted from carefully selected solid pieces of wood - either white or red Japanese Oak. Very tough, and perfectly balanced, these aikido weapons are ideally suited to anybody serious about tough practice. ALL of the Budostuff aikdio weapons are made on the Island of Kyushu, Japan, from Oak trees grown locally. Kyushu oaks are simply the best for making buki which will last you the longest. That's why our aikdio wooden weapons are simply the top of the range.

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What is Aikido?

Aikido is a martial art that arose from Japanese traditions and was invented by Morihei Ueshiba (1883-1969). The techniques used in aikido are unique in that they depend on controlling the opponent and neutralising his attack by using a combination of leverages, immobilisation techniques and throws designed to work in a circular fashion.

In this martial art there is no direct opposition or blocking, all techniques are designed to work in the direction of the attack of the opponent. Aikido does not involve the use of striking, kicking, undercutting nor pushing. The effectiveness of the techniques is not dependent on your strength but ones ability to step aside from the line of attack, and appropriately grasp the opponent to throw him off balance. When the techniques are performed with percision and skill, they allow one to be able to deal with a much bigger and stronger opponent.

Aikido is not simply a set of techniques, but the product of decades of experimentation, meditation and indepth studies of other existing martial arts and styles of hand to hand combat. While Morihei Ueshiba was exceptionally well versed in the martial arts, at the same time he was a deeply religious man, who considered aikido as a perfect martial art because it did not rely on the clash of strength, nor confrontational struggle or conflict. The graceful, almost dance like techniques express the philosophy of aikido, - harmony, serenity, agreement and balance.

Keeping in mind all aspects of the martial art of aikido, and particularly the nature of training sessions, which involve repetative throws, falls and moving around on the knees, Budostuff wish to provide you with high quality training uniforms and gear that will not only last many years but also provide comfort and enjoyment during training. It is our pleasure to offer you equipment that is deigned and created according to the best standards, as well as the result of many years of studies devoted to improvements and perfecting the materials and technology such that it will meet even the stringest requirements. At Budostuff we are totally confident that you will appreciate the quality of our training uniforms and gear and you will find something suitable to meet your needs. All of our gear is made in Japan from quality Japanese materials.