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Tozando Store Information

Tozando currently has a total of four branch stores in Kyoto. The Nishijin Store, the Shogoin Store, the Gallery Tozando, and the Tozando gion-yasaka Store. Please see the detailed description for each of them below:

TOZANDO NISHIJIN STORE

For your Kendo needs and other Budo equipment

TOZANDO NISHIJIN STORE
Your one-stop in Kyoto for Kendo Equipment and also a limited amount of Aikido and Judo equipment. This is also the location of our Kyoto Kendo Workshop with experienced craftsmen making Bogu and offering repair services.

Tozando's main store in Nishijin area is mainly selling a variety of Kendo products, such as Bogu (and Bogu parts), Shinai, Gi, Hakama, Bokken and accessories. This is partly where our craftsmen, including Akira Onishi, assemble and make our Bogu and make repairs. This is also where our tailor-made Hakama and Zekken are made and we also offer embroidery service for products bought in the store. Please note that there is a showroom on the 3rd floor, displaying our highest quality Bogu, feel free to have a look if you stop by!




How to go to Tozando Nishijin Store

  • City Bus: Take bus route 50 (bound for Kitano Tenmangu / Ritsumeikan University) and get off at the Omiya-Nakadachiuri bus stop. It's about a 100-meter walk to the west.
The Nishijin Store is open from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm every day of the week. 
Tel: +81-75-432-1600 (Japanese & English)
Tel 2: +81-75-384-1768 (English)
Fax: +81-75-432-1255

TOZANDO SHOGOIN STORE

For Iaido, Japanese Swords, Antique Swords, Armor, Aikido, Judo

TOZANDO SHOGOIN STORE
The place in Kyoto you want to go to if you are looking for Japanese Swords, Antique Swords, Yoroi (Japanese Samurai Armor), Iaido, Aikido, Judo and Karate equipment! Located within a 5min walk from the Butokuden and the Heianjingu Shrine.

The Shogoin Store is located close to the Butokuden, also called the Kyoto Budo Center, one of the oldest budo training halls in Japan.
The Shogoin Store specializes in Iaido equipment, including Iaito, Gi, Hakama and accessories, but also has equipment for a variety of Budo. On the second floor we also have many Yoroi (Samurai armors) and antique Katana on display and for sale. They also have a variety of Aikido, Judo and Karate products, including Bokken, Naginata, Yari etc.

   

  

 

 

 

How to go to Tozando Shogoin store

  • Keihan Railway: Get off at Jingu-Marutamachi Station, a 10-minute walk.
  • City Bus: Get off at Kumano Jinja-mae, a 2-minute walk.
Tel: +81-75-762-1341 (Japanese & English)
Fax: +81-75-762-1241

GALLERY TOZANDO 

For Japanese Swords

Nestled conveniently amidst renowned temples like Heian Jingu, Shogoin, and Konkai-Komyoji, our shop is perfectly situated for sightseeing and shopping. Look for our prominent "刀(Katana)" sign and feel free to drop by! Just a short walk away, our sister store, Tozando Shogoin, offers a permanent exhibition and sale of antique swords, iaito, and armor. We look forward to welcoming you!

How to go to the Gallery Tozando Store

  • City Bus: Get off at Kumano Jinja-mae (immediately south of Marutamachi-dori bus stop).

  • Keihan Railway: Approximately a 10-minute walk (about 750 meters) from Jingu-Marutamachi Station.

  • Subway: Approximately a 14-minute walk (about 1.1 kilometers) from Higashiyama Station.

The Gallery Tozando Store is open from 11:00 am till 6:00 pm every day of the week. Our English-speaking representative is standing by.

Tel: +81-75-754-0121 (English)


TOZANDO GION-YASAKA STORE

For Iaido, Japanese Swords, and Armor

Tozando Gion Yasaka is a brand-new, samurai-themed shop opening directly in front of the West Gate of Yasaka Shrine.

Step inside and immerse yourself in the world of the samurai! On the first floor, we showcase a wide variety of swords, from high-quality Japanese Sword, often called the soul of the samurai, to iaido swords and even replica swords perfect for souvenirs. We also feature a selection of armor, allowing you to experience the authentic samurai atmosphere the moment you enter.

How to go to the Tozando Gion-Yasaka Store

  • City Bus: Get off at the Gion bus stop (it's right there!).

  • Keihan Railway: Approximately a 5-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station.

  • Hankyu Railway: Approximately an 8-minute walk from Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station.

The Gallery Tozando Store is open from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm every day of the week. Our English-speaking representative is standing by.

 Tel : +81-75-585-2401(English)