Kendama, Japan Kendama Association Certified Competition Kendama, Ozora Light Blue, No. 1312

[Japan Kendama Association Certified Product] A Japanese product, designated as a manufacturing facility by the Japan Kendama Association. Yamagata Kobo has been manufacturing competitive kendama for over 40 years. This kendama is designed with precision and quality in mind, allowing you to master a wide variety of techniques and challenge yourself as your skill level improves.

This is a professional-grade kendama made in Japan, boasting exceptional quality, precision, and balance. The blade and base are made of domestic beechwood, a wood commonly used for flooring and furniture. It has a fine grain and is somewhat heavy and hard, but is well-suited for processing. The ball is made of domestic cherrywood, a wood primarily used for furniture. It is somewhat heavy and hard, with little warping or bending, making it easy to process. Yamagata Kobo's free app offers videos explaining how to hold the kendama, how to tie the string, and techniques, allowing you to enjoy kendama even more.

(From Amazon.co.jp)