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  • November Special Offer

    10% OFF our Judo Protective Equipment & Goodies!! (until November 24th, 8.30 a.m. JST)

    10% OFF our Judo Protective Equipment & Goodies

    It's already November! The forests are displaying stunning shades of red and yellow leaves (known as Koyo). There are also numerous illumination events being held throughout the country, providing us with breathtaking views.

    This season is perfect not only for traveling in Japan but also for training and meeting other practitioners on the mats.

    For this special offer, we are running a 10% discount on Judo Protective Equipment & Goodies! We are sure you will find something that will fit your training with, of course, the guarantee of KuSakura quality!

    Please note that this discount will be shorter than usual and will only run until November 24th, at 8.30 am (JST)

    And as you know, November means Black Friday so we are working on something special! Please stay tuned for further details.

    Enjoy the discount, take good care of yourself, and see you very soon on KuSakuraShop!

  • Back to the Dojo Special Offer

    10% OFF our new season essentials selection!! (until October 31st, 2 pm JPT)

    10% OFF our new season essentials selection

    Even if summer finally comes to an end here in Japan, we can still enjoy the last festivals and fireworks while also witnessing the first colorful autumn leaves.

    For anyone who may have taken a break, it's time to return to your regular practice, get back on the mats (and get some sore muscles...).

    To help you prepare for your training, we made a special selection of some of the most essential products to start the season from pole position: Dogi, Belts, Hakama, Bags, and more.

    This offer will be running until October 31st, at 2 pm Japan time.

    That's it for this time, enjoy the discounts, and see you soon on KuSakuraShop.com!

  • O'Bon 2023

    Most Craftsmen and workshops will take a few days off from August 11th to August 16th, so all custom-made orders will be delayed accordingly.

    O'Bon 2023

    In Japan, the O'Bon festival is a yearly celebration that takes place during the summer. It combines Japanese tradition and Buddhist beliefs to honor the ancestral spirits. Over time, O'bon evolved into a family gathering holiday as the spirits of the deceased are believed to revisit the household altar every year at that time. On that occasion, family members meet to pay tribute to their ancestors by visiting and cleaning their graves. But O'bon with its traditional dance called "Bon Odori" is also a time of merriment and joy.

    Like every year, August 11th (Fri) is Mountain Day, a national holiday in Japan, which marks the beginning of some holidays for many Japanese, our craftsmen included. So, until August 16th (Wed), the majority of workshops will be closed, production time extended and we will not be able to provide quotations for custom-made items.
    All custom-made orders placed before and during this period will be delayed by about a week, but fear not, this will be automatically taken into account in the estimation of the shipping dates displayed on all products, as well as in your cart.

    See you soon on KuSakuraShop.com!

    (Picture by Guilhem Vellut)

  • Summer Special Offer

    10% OFF a product selection! (until August 30th, 2 pm JST)

    Summer special offer!

    It's already July, and with summer in full swing, it's becoming more difficult to keep up with training due to the rising temperatures. Nevertheless, we'll strive to practice and improve our skills. Around the world, Budo enthusiasts gather for summer seminars to train together and expand their knowledge.

    Despite the thick humidity, July is an exciting time in Japan. People join together to enjoy Matsuri festivals, where the night sky is illuminated by Hana-bi (Fireworks), and the streets are bustling with passersby. Children eagerly line up to order Kakigōri (shaved ice dessert) while everyone relishes the warmth of summer evenings.

    Speaking of festivals, one of July's highlights is the Tanabata festival, held on the evening of the seventh day. The "Star Festival" ("Hoshimatsuri"/"星祭り") celebrates the only day of the year when the two deities "Orihime" and "Hikoboshi" can meet since they are separated by the Milky Way for the rest of the year.

    For this discount, we will offer 10% OFF a product selection.
    We picked for you Dogi, Bags for your equipment, Belts, Oils, and more!

    This offer will be running for two months and will end on August 30th, at 2 pm Japan time.

    That's it for this time, enjoy the discounts, and see you very soon on KuSakuraShop!

  • Special Offer

    10% OFF a product selection! (until June 30th, 2 pm JST)

    10% OFF a product selection!

    Here we are in the middle of Spring, one of our favorite times of the year. Japanese families celebrated the "Golden Week" at the beginning of May, a week-long holiday where loved ones gather and people travel across the country. Vibrant Koinobori windsocks, shaped like carp, were displayed everywhere as a celebration of Children's Day (which falls on the last day of the Golden Week). The multicolored scenery is truly a feast for the eyes. These windsocks are a symbol of power and energy, inspiring us to adopt a courageous mindset and invigorating our spirits.

    Late-blooming cherry blossoms can still be seen in the north of the country, while here in Tokyo, we're already enjoying the beautiful hues of Wisteria in shades of purple, pink, and white. Most importantly, the weather is now becoming warmer and sunnier, making it a perfect time to head to the Dojo and practice martial arts. Though the Dojo can get crowded, it's always a thrilling experience to see practitioners from all over the world with different cultures and backgrounds, coming together to learn and improve their skills.

    And as we are mentioning the "Golden Week", we wanted to thank you again for your support during our last charity event. Your generosity is helping us to make a positive impact in the world and we are honored to be part of a community that cares about humanitarian causes. Thank you for joining us in making a difference.

    It's now time for our new discount, and we will offer 10% OFF a variety of products. Our selection includes Official Kodokan Belts, bags for your weapons, Tenugui (always handy after a good practice session at the dojo), Dogi and Hakama for your Kendo or Iaido training, Wooden Gift Box for your belts, and more products.

    Don't forget, this offer will be running for two months and will end on June 30th, at 2 pm Japan time.

    That's it for this time, enjoy the discounts, and see you very soon on KuSakuraShop!

  • Golden Week 2023

    KuSakuraShop will be closed from May 3rd to May 5th. Our website stays operational and accepts orders, but no shipping will occur during this period.

    Golden Week 2023

    In Japan, April 29th (Showa Day), May 3rd (Constitution Memorial Day), May 4th (Greenery Day), and May 5th (Children's Day) are national holidays.

    All suppliers, carriers, and partners will be closed or will maintain only limited service during the entire week.
    In order to avoid hundreds of orders piling up for Monday 8th, we will be working on May 1st and 2nd.

    Please also note that orders containing products that are order-made or out of stock might suffer a delay of about 2 weeks if their production/preparation time includes the Golden Week. This delay is taken into account by our system, and the date indicated at checkout stays accurate.

    As usual, our team will continue to answer emails at a slower pace and our website will stay fully operational.

    See you soon on KuSakurashop.com!

    (Picture by ucb)

  • Special Offer

    10% OFF all Judo/Kendo Bags & T-Shirts! (until April 27, 2 pm JST)

    10% OFF all Judo/Kendo Bags & T-Shirts!

    We are already in March, and Spring is upon us! We cannot wait for the cherry blossom season to begin, to admire the petals of cherry trees carried away by the wind, offering us beautiful landscapes all around the country.

    Our discount on all Black & Red Belts is now over, we hope you enjoyed it as it's now time for our new special offer!
    This time, we are offering 10% OFF all Judo/Kendo Bags & T-Shirts! All of our bags are perfect for conveying your equipment and will become your perfect companions for all your training sessions.
    Our Judo Bags will allow you to carry easily your Judogi and belts, and as we propose different sizes of bags regarding the model, you'll probably find the right one depending on your needs. Furthermore, you can embroider them with one-of-a-kind customization so don't hesitate to personalize them!
    And if you are a fellow Kendoka, you will find everything you need for the transportation of your Shinai or Bokken. We are offering traditional or modern style carry bags with several materials like cotton or synthetic leather, and even more options like shoulder straps or large pockets for accessories. All of these Shinai bags are fully made in Japan with as always, KuSakura's pledge of quality.

    This offer will be running for two months and will end on April 27th, at 2 pm Japan time.

    Also, we wanted to announce a slight change in the way we are managing our Charity events as they will now take place on special occasions throughout the year and last longer. So be ready for our next charity event which will arrive at the end of this discount! We hope you'll be there!

    That's it for this time, enjoy the discounts, and see you very soon on KuSakuraShop!

  • Beginning of the year Special Offer

    10% OFF all Black & Red Belts! (until March 1st, 2 pm JPT)

    10% OFF all Black & Red belts!

    Everyone here at KuSakuraShop wishes you a Happy New Year! We hope these upcoming months will be full of happiness! To all of our regular customers, thank you for being here with us, and if you're a new customer, welcome aboard!

    To begin on a great start, we are offering a 10% OFF discount on all Black & Red belts! You probably passed your last grade before the end of last year so it's time to treat yourself to a beautiful reward! Rediscover the different styles and finishes of our belts, designed for all kinds of competitors, always with KuSakuraShop's pledge to quality.

    This offer will be running for two months and will end on March 1st, at 2 pm Japan time.

    December report

    We just added two new products to our Kendo Line-up with two new Tsuba for your Shinai! The Leather Tsuba for Shinai, and the Plastic Tsuba for Shinai. If you are a fellow Kendoka, these products will surely be of interest!

    That's it for this time, enjoy the discounts, and we're glad to be here with you for 2023! See you very soon on KuSakuraShop!

  • 2022~2023 New Year's Holidays

    KuSakuraShop will be closed from December 29th and will resume operations on January 5th. There will be no order processing during this time but we'll keep answering your emails from home!

    Another year just passed, and here we are already at the dawn of 2023!

    As in past years, 2022 was busy for us!
    Despite an overall improvement in the situation, the COVID pandemic is still worrying, and we are faced at the same time with the war between Ukraine and Russia, leading to a human tragedy and a complicated international situation that unfortunately remains unresolved this day.

    It's now time for our team, partners, and craftsmen to take some well-deserved rest, we hope it will be the same for you. We don't know what 2023 will be made of but we will be there, by your side, alongside our Community.

    We will be closed from December 29th to January 4th. We will come back on January 5th (Thu).
    Customer support will be kept at a minimum pace, and we will make all our possible to answer you within 48h, but if your inquiries are not urgent, we recommend waiting for all activities to resume.

    Please note that all our manufacturing workshops and partners will also close on approximately the same dates.
    Consequently, all orders containing a product (made to order, out-of-stock products, etc.) for which the production time includes this holiday period will be delayed by approximately 10 days (But don't worry, the estimated shipping date provided at the checkout takes this holiday period automatically into account).

    All the KuSakuraShop team wishes you peace and a great holiday!

    We are looking forward to serving you again in 2023!

  • Year-end Special Offer

    10% OFF a product selection (until December 27th, 2 PM JPT)

    Year-end Special Offer - 10% OFF a product selection

    Here we are at the end of the year! In less than one month, we'll be in 2023!
    Our 'Green Friday Event' just ended and we collected more than ¥100,000 Yen that will be donated to 'Friends of the Earth Japan'. We would like to thank everyone who participated, we are very proud of our Community. Every donation makes a difference, and we hope that these donations will help them to make a change in the world, for the better.

    As the Black Friday event has ended, we can now resume our special offers, and this time, we are running a special 10% discount on a product selection including Judo, Karate, Kendo & Kyudo equipment!
    You'll find Dogi, accessories, goodies, bags, shinai, Hakama as well as Protective Equipment! Discover them all on the website, you'll certainly find something for you or your loved ones!

    Also, don't forget, the very last day allowing for deliveries before Christmas is December 15th! Check the visual calendar here and read more details here.

    Please note that this discount will end on December 27th, at 2 PM Japan Time, so be sure to don't miss it!

    Enjoy the discount, take good care of yourself, and we hope to see you very soon on KuSakuraShop.com.

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