SHO DO Standard Type Single Item Chest with Oni-gumo Standard Kurozan Leather Reinforced Resin Includes Strings
●About the DO
・Perfect for beginners and everyday practice!
・The Do-Dai (main body) is made from black reinforced resin, offering excellent shock resistance.
・The Do-Mune (chest piece) features standard-grade Genuine Kurozan Cowhide Leather, with a traditional Oni-Gumo (demon cloud) decorative braid, handwoven by skilled craftsmen.
・The Oni-Gumo pattern is one of the most iconic and traditional styles in Kendo, making this DO blend naturally into any dojo environment.
●Specifications
・DO-Dai (Main Body): Reinforced black resin
・DO-Mune (Chest Piece): Standard-grade Genuine Kurozan Cowhide Leather
・Decoration: Oni-Gumo (traditional demon cloud design)
・Includes: DO strings (for tying)
・Sizes Available: S, M, L, XL
・Color: Glossy solid black
*Product images may show reflections due to lighting during photography.
●What is Genuine Kurozan Cowhide Leather?
The Premium Genuine Kurozan Cowhide Leather used for the chest portion is created by dyeing natural cowhide black and applying lacquer over the surface.
Each piece is then carefully hand-massaged, resulting in its signature uneven texture. This technique brings out the leather’s unique character and the lacquer’s deep luster, giving the DO its premium appearance.
Today, only a handful of artisans in Japan possess the skills to produce this hand-massaged premium Kurozan leather, making it an extremely rare and valuable material.
On the other hand, the more common types of Kurozan leather are made by machine embossing a textured pattern and applying a gloss coating over it. Even when the production method is similar, the grade of leather (standard, superior, premium) significantly affects the final quality.
●Maintenance
・After use, air-dry the Do in a well-ventilated, shaded area. The mune absorbs sweat and should be properly dried.
・As it is made of cowhide, the mune will naturally age and deteriorate over time. Even if unused, improper storage can cause the leather to dry and degrade.
・There are six chichikawa (leather loops) on the sides and top of the DO.
・The resin Do-Dai（main body） has a glossy finish, but repeated strikes will result in surface scratches and loss of shine over time.
●Notes
・Each Kendo equipment brand manufactures its products based on its own unique design philosophy and standards. As a result, even if the size specifications are the same, there may be slight differences in details such as the thickness of the men-shin (helmet padding), the shape of the do (chest protector), or the length of the kote (gloves).
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