Call for Kyudo

[Samurai]

Anyone practice KYUDO ?
I would like your opioion on a bow. I understand that a traditional bamboo and hardwood layered bow can cost $800 or more. What do you think about using a bow like this for a raw novice?
http://www.WoodlandArchery.com/ProdYumi.htm

This is a bow that I am selling on my website. I would like some advice about this bow. Do you think dojos could use a bow like this?

Thanks,
Jeremy Bays

 

[Eldritch Knight]

As always, I would recommend asking your sensei first. If you don't have one, then you really shouldn't be buying a bow. As I understand it, you'll be doing a lot of drills without the bow prior to actually using it.

 

[ShadowKnight]

Does anyone know where I could buy a yumi (japanese bow)?

 

[arnisador]

A search on Kyudo will give some hits, but I don't think we have a practicing kyudoka here.

 

[ShadowKnight]

Ya im pretty sure that if there is one, it would be very tough to find. I would still like to find a bow if at all possible.

I began collecting various weapons.

One of my favorite pieces is a World War 2 Special Forces combat knife. It has a beautiful wooden handle and the blade is still charred black so it wouldn't shine at night.

 

[ShadowKnight]

I just found this site which I believe has alot of good information for those interested in Kyudo.

It includes basic info on positions, definitions of the equipment, spiritual aspect of Kyudo, equipment retailers, Instructors in the US recognized by Nippon Kyudo Federation.

If possible, proper instruction is best, but I think for basic info this site does the trick.

SITE: http://www.kyudo.com/kyudo.html