Frequently Asked Questions
Explanations of Terms
Here you can find some help with unknown terms.-
What do Hi or Bo-Hi mean?
Grooves in the blade. Bo-Hi is larger than a normal Hi.
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What do Kashira or Tsuka-Gashira mean?
Sword pommel or buttcap.
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What does Fuchi mean?
Collar on hilt.
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What does Hamon mean?
Temper pattern along blade edge.
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What does Kojiri mean?
End of the scabbard.
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What does Menuki mean?
Hilt ornaments.
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What does Sageo mean?
Cord used for tying the saya to the obi.
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What does Tsuba mean?
Sword guard.
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What does Tsuka mean?
Sword handle.
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What does Tsukamaki mean?
Art of wrapping the handle of a sword.
FAQ - Iaito
Here you can find some answers about frequently asked questions to the topic Iaito.-
Which length I need?
Both a sword, which is too small, and also a too long sword constricts or prevents correct movements. Hence we approve following sword lengths:
Body Length / Sword Length:
160 cm / 2,40 Shaku = 72,7 cm
165 cm / 2,45 Shaku = 74,2 cm
170 cm / 2,50 Shaku = 75,8 cm
175 cm / 2,55 Shaku = 77,3 cm
180 cm / 2,60 Shaku = 78,8 cm
185 cm / 2,65 Shaku = 80,3 cm
190 cm / 2,70 Shaku = 81,8 cm
195 cm / 2,75 Shaku = 83,3 cm
Measured from the grooving of the Habaki at the blade back to the sword top and not from the Tsuba to the sword top.
What Hakama size is the right one for me?
You should consider the following points at your choice of your size. Alternatively you also can use our Hakama service.The Hakama Service:
We help you to find the right size for you. Thereto you can make indications under “Additional Options” concerning to the requirements of the Hakama. If there any discrepancies in the requirement indications or Hakama sizes we will contact you.
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1. Preface
The Hakama sizes apply to Hakama for men with a length which range to the ankles and is flush tied with the Obi. However the Hakama Basic Line is cut up to the sole of foot. The length difference between these sizes is 4cm.
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2. Hakama Length
Who wants to fold in the Hakama cuff behind the Obi should order one size larger.
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3. Cotton Hakama
Cotton Hakama should also be ordered one number larger because they shrink during washing.
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4. Hakama for Women
Because women usually tie the Hakama above the pelvis, they need from one to two numbers larger.
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5. Abdominal Girth
At Budoka with a larger abdominal girth the necessary size depends on whether the Hakama is tied above or under the abdomen approach.
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