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There are a number of choices within the Mizuno Judo range, so here's a guide that may help you make the right decision.
Firstly, it's important to realise that with every model you can expect a high quality product, the Mizuno judogis start with excellence and simply get better.
You may have noticed that there are no weights given for the materials. This is because Mizuno do not feel that a better quality judogi is simply a heavier material, quite the reverse in fact. They believe a gi should allow free movement and not impede speed or comfort.
Keiko Logo
The Keiko Logo is described as a weave and a half, but we think of it as a light to middleweight gi. It's great for Judo training and will stand up to normal contest use. This gi is especially useful for summer training and has become popular for BJJ and MMA. Due to the lighter weight it is probably the most suitable Mizuno gi for younger players, and the sizes start from 00 (approx. 110cm).
We love this gi for the striking blue shoulder stripes, lighter weight and
great price.
Shiai
The Shiai is the most popular and heaviest model in the range, yet the material is still soft enough for good movement and tough enough for heavy training and contest use. The blue Shiai is pre-shrunk due to the dying process but the white will shrink up to 5cm on the sleeves (the Shiai is made bigger to allow for this).
The Shiai is very robust and is available with top and trousers in different sizes.
IJF Approved Yusho
The Yusho has been produced to meet the latest IJF requirements. It's a robust contest gi based on the Shiai, but with a longer skirt and lighter fabric as required for the new rules.
 Kantoku (Best Japan)
The Kantoku is a traditional gi made with high quality Japanese cotton. It's very light yet strong enough for training and contest.
Super Best (Supreme)
The Super Best is a serious contest Judo gi made in Japan. For years this was the chosen kit for the Japanese National Team and is still popular among many top fighters Worldwide.
It's made from seriously durable, extra soft cotton that allows a great range of movement. Some Judoka are known to choose this over the Yawara as it has a little more weight to it.
Nippon Slim-Fit
Nippon
is another name for the Super Best. This version has the same fabulous properties but is tailored for the slimmer frame.
IJF Approved Yusho Japan
Modelled on the Super Best, the Yusho Japan is another outstanding contest gi for the serious competitor. Light, flexible, durable and approved by the IJF
for use in International events.
The current Judogi of the Japanese Team.
Yawara
The Yawara is the flagship of the Mizuno range and is often regarded as the best Judo gi in the World. The Dynamic Function Cut and 3D design were the result of studies of the range of movement when practicing Judo. The outcome is a gi that allows full motion without slowing or blocking the Judoka.
An incredible
Judo gi formally worn by the Japanese Team and countless top Judoka around the World.
The traditional Japanese fabrics are a slightly off-white colour, not a brilliant white like the Shiai.
Wear the advantage, wear the best. |
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