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  Indigo Cotton Kekogi
Made of extra strong, double woven 100% cotton keikogi is made in the same design as our other great keikogi, but of a higher quality, double woven material for superior strength and durability.
Specially treated to be shrink resistant and to hold it dye, this keikogi is so luxurious you'll feel guilty wearing it to practice.
This keikogi is made with wonderfully soft, durable cotton on the outside, is lined with high tech wicking fiber inside to get sweat away from your skin so you can stay cool and comfortable all through practice.
budogu.com /shopsite_sc/store/html/page8.html   (333 words)

  
  keikogi | English | Dictionary & Translation by Babylon
Keikogi (稽古着 or 稽古衣) is a Japanese word which means uniform for training (keiko means practice, gi means dress or clothes).
In English, the term keikogi is referred to simply as the gi, which would be a wrong use of the word in Japanese, meaning "clothes".
Different martial arts have different types of keikogis, often depending on how they are used:Aikidogi (合気道着 or 合気道衣, aikido uniform)Judogi (柔道着 or 衣, judo uniform)Jujutsugi(柔術着 or 柔術衣, jiujitsu uniform)Karategi (空手着 or 空手衣, karate uniform)Kendogi (剣道着 or 剣道衣, kendo uniform), usually consisting of a kimono and a hakamaShinobi-iri and shinobi shozoku (ninjutsu uniform)
www.babylon.com /definition/keikogi   (132 words)

  
  Koinobori Aikido Dojo - Uniforms for practicing aikido
Double weave keikogi maintain their shape well, which is an important factor in choosing a gi for exhibition demonstrations or examinations.
Therefore, in selecting keikogi it is worth considering that such firms as Mizuno, Dax, Toraki, Fuji (master class gi) place their logos on the jacket sleeves, which is not always convenient for aikidoka.
Untidy keikogi that smell of sweat are evidence of lack of respect for one's partner.
www.koinobori.ru /eng/other/keikogi.shtml   (1660 words)

  
 Okinawan Karate Kobudo Doukoukai   (Site not responding. Last check: )
“Keikogi” is construed as what one wears for practice while the term “dogi” are knowns as what one wears while on the path.
There is that couture nightmare of a costume—it is absurd to think of it as a keikogi or even a “uniform”—which captures it to large degree.
It is to a real keikogi what the stripper’s pasties and fishnet stockings are to an adult, mature sense of sexuality.
doukoukai.blogspot.com   (4589 words)

  
 Untitled Document   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Keikogi is a jacket made of cotton material.
The keikogi should be loose-fitting, so that it offers no confinement about the shoulder area.
The keikogi is the first item to be worn.
www.fiendish.com /hizen/kendo/k_equip.html   (1066 words)

  
 Information
Beginners are not required to wear a keikogi (the traditional "white pyjamas" worn by practitioners of Aikido and many other martial arts).
If you are unsure of the correct way to tie the keikogi or the obi (belt) then ask one of the senior students or an instructor before the class.
For the benefit of all, ensure that your keikogi is clean, in a good state of repair, finger and toenails are kept short, and long hair is tied back.
www.chesteraikido.fsnet.co.uk /usefulin.htm   (1151 words)

  
 DU Aikido Club - What to Wear   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Beginners are not required to wear a keikogi (the traditional "white pyjamas" worn by practitioners of Aikido and many other martial arts).
If you already own a keikogi then it should be worn with a white belt.
If you are unsure of the correct way to tie the keikogi or the obi (belt) then ask one of the senior students or an instructor before the class.The style of Aikido we practice (known as Aikikai) does not use a system of coloured belts.
www.tcd.ie /Clubs/Aikido/towear.html   (202 words)

  
 Edmonton Kendo Club - Equipment
The uniform or dogi consists of woven cotton top called a keikogi and pleated skirt-like trousers called a hakama.
The kendo uniform consists of two parts: the keikogi and the hakama.
The hakama is a divided skirt which allows freedom of leg movement for the student.
edmonton_kendo_club.tripod.com /equipment.htm   (841 words)

  
 Kendo Equipment | GKA
The uniform (dogi): consists of heavy cotton jacket (keikogi) and pleated skirt-trousers (hakama).
A white keikogi is usually worn by women or men during the hot summer months.
An off-white keikogi is often worn by children.
www.georgiakendo.com /kendo/equipment1   (808 words)

  
 hakama, keikogi, and Kaku Obi
There are three garments used for everyday sword practice.
These are the keikogi 稽古着 (practice top), obi 帯 (belt), and hakama 袴; (pleated pants).
These must be put on properly and the details may change based on the style of swordsmanship practiced.
nihonzashi.com /Uniforms.htm   (165 words)

  
 Equipment   (Site not responding. Last check: )
A keikogi is a cotton shirt worn during practice.
Kendo keikogi tend to be thick and heavy in order to provide some measure of protection against blows which miss bogu.
Iaido keikogi tend to be of lighter construction, to be more comfortable during practice.
oregonstate.edu /groups/kendo/dojo/equipment.html   (424 words)

  
 One Way: A Taijiquan Journal: Kobudo: The Hakama and Keikogi
The skirt-like hakama may be worn over a kimono; and either type of hakama may be worn over a hakama-shita, a shorter version of the kimono.
The top we wear for kobu-jutsu practice is the keikogi, or practice gi.
Five is usually used as gotoku and not only means "five virtues," but it also means a stand for the iron kettle used to heat water in old Japanese houses, which could be interpreted to mean the five virtues are a foundation.
members.tripod.com /~NewMoon2000/oneway/Hakima.html   (590 words)

  
 keikogi
Le keikogi (ou kendogi) est fait pour absorber la transpiration et donc pour être porté à même la peau.
Un keikogi neuf peut rapetisser au cours des premiers lavages.
En effet, pendant la fabrication du keikogi, les fibres de coton qui sont élastiques sont étirées lors de leur passage à travers les différentes machines et auront ensuite une tendance naturelle à revenir à leur taille originale.
www.kendo-geneve.ch /pages/keikogi.html   (242 words)

  
 Kendo Aikido Judo Karate Naginata Taekwondo Iaido Kung Fu Taichi Equipment Store -- e-bogu.com Inc. Call Free: ...
The Ultimate Keikogi: This Keikogi combines the traditional Seikon dyed cotton Keikogi with an advanced dryness technology.
This moisture locking technology also helps to prevent unwanted odours in the Keikogi because it minimizes the accumulation of cells in the fibers of the Keikogi.
This Keikogi combines comfort and softness with durability and protection The outer layer is made by the traditional Seikon dying process and durable stitching while the inner layer is made of HiDriTex, providing exceptional comfort by keeping you dry, but also because of its incredible softness.
www.e-bogu.com /Super_Keikogi_Shoaizome_Size_ALL_p/tak-ken-kei-sk-shoai-all.htm   (879 words)

  
 Dragon Bleu : online retail shop for Martial Arts and Free Fight : AIKIDO - KENDO : Aikido - Kendo tops (Keikogi)
Made by Keikogi, it is less expensive than the Japanese model and is an excellent choice for the demanding practitioner.
Keikogi Kendo jacket in dark blue for the practice of Kendo.
A very good choice for Iaido this Keikogi is a very high end product manufactured with the greatest possible care in Okinawa Japan.
www.dragonbleu.net /home.php?cat=25&js=n   (666 words)

  
 West LA Kendo Dojo
If you decide to keep doing kendo, you will need to buy a hakama and keikogi after a few weeks ($60-150 for both, depending on quality).
This may seem like a lot of money, but keep in mind that a set of bogu¸ hakama¸ and keikogi will last a lifetime of practice if maintained properly, and that, in the long run, the high price of bogu evens out with the relatively low dojo tuition.
Keikogi — Cloth jacket, part of the uniform.
www.wlakendo.org /faq.php   (732 words)

  
 Mississauga Kendo Club - About Kendo
However, make sure to ask if it is suitable for use in Kendo and ensure it has a Tsuba (hand guard).
Naturally died cotton is more difficult to care for than uniforms made with synthetic materials, but it absorbs perspiration better and looks more professional.
Other martial arts use Hakama and Keikogi as well, but the construction and design can be quite different from those used in Kendo.
www.mississauga-kendo-club.ca /equipment.html   (712 words)

  
 Amazon.com: Keikogi   (Site not responding. Last check: )
› See more references to Keikogi in this book.
practice uni- forms (often called keikogi) are worn, but the judogi...
Shoaizome Dark Navy Super Keikogi (with HiDriTex) by e-bogu.com, Inc.
www.amazon.com /s?ie=UTF8&keywords=Keikogi&index=blended&page=1   (364 words)

  
 HKC Iaido Equipment   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Sometime within the first few weeks or months, you will be required to purchase an iaido keikogi and hakama.
The hakama should be fl and the keikogi should be dark blue (indigo).
The obi is a belt worn over the keikogi and under the hakama.
www.hickeykaratecenter.com /Hickey_Karate_Center_Website/HKC_Programs/HKC_Jo_and_Chanbara_Equipment.HTML   (690 words)

  
 Aikido Journal :: View topic - Photo of O-Sensei, c. 1967 Iwama
As for names and other rmarks on keikogi, there are some simple reasons for this.
It is a pretty rigid custom in Japanese university clubs for juniors to fold seniors' keikogi and hakama, and so it is vital to have one's name on one's clothes, keikogi (tops and bottoms), and hakama.
By 1967, Japan had got beyond the stage where keikogi were regarded as underwear.
www.aikidojournal.com /forums/viewtopic.php?t=5969&start=0&postdays=0&postorder=asc&highlight=   (1344 words)

  
 Keikogi
Due to the nature of Karate training which emphasizes striking, kicking and a more limited range of standing throws compared to Judo the karategi has evolved in a manner that maximizes mobility and speed without the extremely coarse and strong fabric required for grappling and throwing found in Judo.
Keikogi (稽古着 or 稽古衣) is a Japanese word which means uniform for training (keiko means practice, gi means dress or clothes).
If you use exact copy or modified of this article you should preserve above paragraph and put also : It uses material from the Shortopedia article about "Keikogi".
www.shortopedia.com /K/E/Keikogi   (719 words)

  
 Kendo-Kleidung   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Die Keikogi kann wahlweise eine leichte oder schwere, handgearbeitete Jacke aus wattierter Baumwolle in blau, schwarz oder weiss sein.
Der Keikogi schützt vor schmerzhaften Schlägen und nimmt gleichzeitig den Schweiss auf.
Der lockere Schnitt der Keikogi ermöglicht dem Kämpfer größtmögliche Schulterfreiheit.
www.kampfsport-online.com /Japan/Kendo/kendokleidung.htm   (257 words)

  
 Kenshikai :: Voir le sujet - Achats Hakama Keikogi pour les KYUSHA   (Site not responding. Last check: )
On trouve la section hakama et keikogi dans le menu de gauche.
Pour les keikogi et hakama, il y a une petite icone "show me more details", on y trouve dans un tableau, toutes les tailles possibles mais le problème, c'est que pour la commande, on ne retrouve pas toutes ces tailles dans le menu déroulant...
Sinon après ce detail, on va chacun mettre notre prénom, la référence pour le Keikogi, sa taille, sa couleur, son prix pour être sûr que l'on est sur le même. La référence change automatiquement lorsque l'on clique dans les menus déroulants, donc la noter apres avoir tout "coché" les options couleurs et taille.
www.kenshikai.fr /forum/viewtopic.php?t=575&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0   (1663 words)

  
 Hutt Kendo Club, New Zealand Kendo in Wellington - Minoh, Japan sister city
When dry fold a'la kendo style to ensure the folds maintain their 'memory' - you can do this with keikogi too.
Leave overnight and then you are ready to wear them.
Unless you have a major sweat problem or undertake intense training in the middle of summer you should only need to wash your hakama 3 - 4 x per annum.
huttkendo.org.nz /html/02aboutKendo/gear.html   (328 words)

  
 Keeping a white gi/hakama white... [Archive] - Kendo World Forums
My partner plays kendo as well as me, and she has white keikogi and white hakama, and white bougu, and has for more than two years now.
The only real discolouration is on the kote, where they have turned blueish from tsuba zeriai, and a litle blueing on the men futon, however, these do not detract from the appearnce of the bougu.
I have a torn indigo keikogi, but love it because it reminds me of all the keiko I have been participating in.
www.kendo-world.com /forum/archive/index.php/t-5571.html   (2073 words)

  
 E-Budo.com - Indigo KeikoGi
recently I got my new indigo dyed keikogi from ninecircles, and I followed the instructions found on the internet about setting the dye (to put the gi in a bucket full of water and vineguard).
Double-layer keikogi reduce this effect quite a bit.
I recently bought an indigo-dyed keikogi from Mugendo Budogu.
www.e-budo.com /forum/showthread.php?t=27065   (558 words)

  
 Welcome to UCLA Kendo Club
People who have the keikogi/ hakama (shirt/ pants) uniform and choose to wear it to practice are required to wear it a certain way.
When you wear the keikogi, the knot on the front should be tied horizontally not haphazardly or vertically.
The back of the keikogi should not puff out, so straighten out the back and front by pulling the keikogi underneath the hakama to the side and then down.
www.studentgroups.ucla.edu /uclakendo/appearance.html   (558 words)

  
 Helen Nakano, naginata sensei
I could not believe how incredibly fortunate I was to have my first lesson under their tutelage.
I remember being dressed in keikogi (practice outfit), obi (wide belt), and hakama (wide breeches).
The importance of the obi was stressed, for it not only keeps the keikogi in place but is essential in keeping the body properly upright.
www.furyu.com /archives/issue6/Nakano.html   (1001 words)

  
 Keikogi - On Sale for $39.95
This Keikogi is made from 100% heavyweight cotton and features reinforced stitching.
The Keikogi has been pre-shrunk and is machine-wash safe.
The jacket has also been dyed using all natural materials making it a great choice for anyone with sensitive skin.
www.karatedepot.com /un-ke-16.html   (267 words)

  
 #1. Online Kendo Equipment Shop 'Uniform > Keikogi '
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