Kendama

Kendama: Endless Enjoyment for Everyone

If you're in need of a break from intense riding but still want to impress others with amazing tricks, Kendamas are a fantastic choice. These wooden toys from Japan feature a handle (ken), two cups (sarado), and a ball (tama) attached by a string. The goal is to balance and perform tricks with the ball on the handle or cups. With no strict rules, Kendama is perfect for all, allowing anyone to create tricks that defy the expected. A Kendama toy is an excellent way to enhance balance, concentration, and reflexes while enjoying yourself.

In many action sports communities, Kendama is gaining popularity as a complementary side-sport. Its limitless tricks and focus on creativity, concentration, and step-by-step progress mimic the experience of mastering an action sport.

The Origins of Kendama

Originally inspired by the French cup-and-ball game bilboquet, Kendama was further refined in Japan, where it became the Kendama we know today. The word "kendama" directly translates to "sword ball" and has long been a classic toy for Japanese children. Over the years, its size and design have transformed, and it has recently gained worldwide popularity.

Today, Kendama is more than a mere toy; it is a sport, a subculture, and a fun means of connecting people. For those who consider themselves Kendama experts, there are international competitions to showcase skills, such as the Kendama World Cup in Japan.

The kendamas available at SkatePro come pre-strung, ready to be used immediately. Within this category, you will also find replacement strings and specialized kendama merchandise.