Hot to measure
This page guides you about how to measure your size for bogu (protective equipment),
dogi (uniforms), hakama (trousers), etc.
Please carefully check the size you require before ordering.
How to measure the correct size of kendo armor
Notes on how to measure
✓ Always use a measuring tape (for sewing) when taking measurements
Rulers, measuring tapes, strings, or ribbons may not give accurate measurements.
Notes on using a measuring tape
✓ Make sure the tape is not too tight or too loose.
✓ Measure from the start point to the end point by placing the tape along your head or face with your hand
✓ Make sure the tape is in the correct measuring position.
✓ Always have at least two people take measurements
It is difficult to check the head, sides, and back, so you need at least two people to take accurate measurements.
(One person is fine for the waist circumference)
✓ Check the measurement method for each part and measure accurately
A small difference can greatly change the fit, so be sure to be accurate.
Armor that does not fit your body size can be very dangerous and can lead to injury.
The size you have been using is important, but it is important to measure your current size.
How to measure armor
How to measure the size of a men
For men
Measure in two places >>>
1. Vertically from the chin to the top of the head
2. Horizontally around the head
1. 3cm inside the ear
Vertically from the chin to the top of the head
Place the tape measure on the top of the head → temple → cheek → tip of the chin → cheek → temple → top of the head and measure one circumference.
When viewed from the front, the left and right sides are the same,
be careful not to bend it.
2. 5cm above the ear
Horizontally around the head
At the headband position, measure the length from the forehead to the back of the head,
passing 5cm above the ear.
How to measure the size of your glove
For glove
Measure two places >>>
- Circumference of the back of the hand
- Length from the tip of the middle finger to the wrist joint
1. Circumference of the back of the hand
Measure the circumference of the base of the thumb.
2. Length from the tip of the middle finger to the wrist joint
Measure the length from the tip of the middle finger to the base of the wrist.
Be careful to make it straight and perpendicular to the wrist.
How to determine the size of the torso
For the torso
Measure three things >>>
- Height
- Weight
- Waist size
Based on these three measurements, determine the torso width.
When actually wearing it, the perfect size is one that has a gap of about half a fist on both sides.
Kendo uniform and hakama sizes
Kendo uniform size guide
| Size | Suitable height |
| Size 0 | Around 120~130cm |
| Size 1 | Around 135~140cm |
| Size 1L | Around 145cm |
| Size 2 | Around 150cm |
| Size 2L | Around 155cm |
| Size 3 | Around 160cm |
| Size 3L | Around 165cm |
| Size 4 | Around 170cm |
| Size 4L | Around 175cm |
| Size 5 | Around 180cm |
Kendo hakama size guide
| Size | Height |
| Size 16 | 110~120cm |
| Size 16~17 | 120~130cm |
| Size 17~18 | 130~135cm |
| Size 18~19 | 135~140cm |
| Size 19~20 | 140~145cm |
| Size 20~21 | 145~150cm |
| Size 21~22 | 150~155cm |
| Size 22~23 | 155~160cm |
| Size 23~24 | 160~165cm |
| Size 24~25 | 165~170cm |
| Size 25~26 | 170~175cm |
| Size 26~27 | 175~180cm |
| Size 27~28 | 180cm~ |
*Women Please consider one size larger for the length.
- Sleeve length
- Length
- Hakama length
Sleeve length: From the center of the back to the end of the sleeve
Length: From the center of the back to the hem
Hakama length: From the bottom edge of the waist plate to the hem
I want the same length as what I'm wearing now! If you have any requests, please measure your current gi and hakama and let us know.