kyudo (Japanese Archery)

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[aikibuddha]

I am running into a dead-end finding Kyudo (Yumi and Ya - Bow and Arrow) equipment for Kyudo here in the United States. Anybody know where I can find them?

Thanks in advance.

[miratim]

There's a kyudo group in Santa Fe, New Mexico that might have some info: http://www.jinkokyudojo.com/

They link to an equipment site, don't know anything about it though: http://www.kyudo.com/asahiam.html

[aikibuddha]

Thanks for the links. I was hoping it wouldnt be that expensive! :eek:

[cguzik]

Not only is the equipment expensive, but you can easily ruin a yumi if you don't know how to use it correctly. Beginning kyudo students may use practice tools such as a gomoyumi for months before using the real thing. Those with any experience will tell you not to bother unless you are practicing under a qualified teacher.

[Neal Earhart]

http://www.zenko.org/index.htm

and

http://tokokyudojo.org/

The Tokokyudojo / Zenko Northeast conducts "First Shot" programs for new and beginning students at the Shamballa cutural center in NYC. You may want to check for similar programs in your area.

Texas
• Austin Kyudo Group / Contact: Craig Thompson 512-445-6346