Japan Kendama Association recommended model (Can be used for “Kyu” and “Jun-shodan” license exams.) Made by craftsmen in Yamagata Prefecture with using Japanese zelkova. A new model in 2018 with larger plates and enhanced body balance contributing to successful tricks. The enlarged hole opening also contribute to the tricks such as picking and mounting. Explanations of tricks, instruction videos and culture introduction videos are available both in Japanese and English in the “Yamagata Koubou Kendama App”. Material: Beech Dimension: Length 18 cm Made in Japan Attachments: Instruction manual, spare string