How Does Stitching Width Affect Your Bogu?

Stitching width influences the firmness, flexibility, shock absorption, and overall feel of your bogu. Narrower stitching generally creates a firmer, more structured futon with a refined appearance, while wider stitching allows the futon to retain more thickness and flexibility, potentially providing greater cushioning and shock absorption.

At Tozando, we offer bogu with stitching widths of 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 8mm, and 10mm, allowing you to choose the best option for your needs and preferences.

Cross Stitching (Jūjizashi) features intersecting diagonal stitch lines on the bogu futon.

This distinctive stitching pattern contributes to the structure and flexibility of the padded futon.

HV (High Vision) Mengane is a specially designed men grille intended to provide an improved field of vision.

Discover the differences between the materials used to reinforce and finish Kendo bogu.

Understanding Bogu Materials

Konkawa

Genuine Deer Leather

Premium indigo-dyed deer leather with a refined appearance and traditional character. It develops a beautiful patina over time, making it ideal for Kendoka who value craftsmanship and elegance.

Clarino

Synthetic Leather

Durable synthetic leather with excellent resistance to sweat and abrasion. Easy to maintain and well suited for regular keiko and shiai. A practical, cost-effective choice offering reliable performance.

Orizashi

Woven Fabric

Traditional woven cotton fabric offering excellent breathability, flexibility, and relatively quick drying. Lightweight and comfortable, making it an ideal choice for regular keiko.

Orizashi Reinforced with Konkawa Heri(Genuine Deer Leather)

Reinforced Woven Fabric

Combines the breathability, flexibility, and lightweight comfort of Orizashi with genuine indigo-dyed deer leather edging. The reinforced edges enhance durability while maintaining a refined, traditional appearance.