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kendo gear VANGUARD' Super Protective KendoStar Bogu Set – KendoStar InternationalKendoStar 10 Year Anniversary Celebration Extra 15% OFF automatically applied at checkout! This discount does NOT combine with other discounts of any kind. Usually ships in 24 business hours VANGUARD Extra Protective KendoStar Bogu Set A highly protective, dependable, and comfortable Bogu set for Kendoka of all levels. Ideal for beginners, regular Keiko, advanced practitioners, and those who often act as Motodachi. The VANGUARD Bogu Set is one of
VANGUARD Extra Protective KendoStar Bogu Set
A highly protective, dependable, and comfortable Bogu set for Kendoka of all levels. Ideal for beginners, regular Keiko, advanced practitioners, and those who often act as Motodachi.
The VANGUARD Bogu Set is one of KendoStar’s most trusted and popular protective Bogu options. It has been designed for real, regular Dojo use, with excellent cushioning, strong durability, and a practical specification that makes it suitable for a wide range of Kendoka.
Whether you are buying your first Bogu set, upgrading from a basic club set, or looking for a reliable set that can handle repeated hard Keiko, VANGUARD gives you a strong balance of protection, comfort, and value.
In Stock and Ready to Ship
This product usually ships in 24 business hours. It is an excellent choice if you need a protective, high quality Bogu set without waiting for made to order production.
Why Choose VANGUARD?
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Excellent protection for all levels
Designed to give reliable cushioning and protection for beginners, regular practitioners, and advanced Kendoka. -
Ideal for Motodachi
A strong choice for Kendoka who often receive repeated strikes during teaching, Kakari-Geiko, or intense Keiko. -
Comfortable and practical
Built to feel secure and protective while remaining comfortable enough for regular use. -
Strong, proven specification
Features protective stitching, a reinforced IBB Mengane, durable Kote, and a reliable 50 piece type synthetic Do. -
Great value
A dependable Bogu set that offers serious protection and practical performance at an accessible price point.
Key Specifications
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Men Futon
Extra wide 10mm Pitch-Zashi stitching with additional inner padding for excellent cushioning. -
Mendare
Tighter 5mm Naname-Zashi stitching for shaping and durability. -
IBB Mengane
Light, strong, and well balanced, with reinforced titanium bars in the main strike zone. -
Uchiwa
Quick dry micro-bacterial felt for improved hygiene and odour resistance. -
Kote
10mm Pitch-Zashi construction, additional strike zone padding, flexible wrist cut, tough synthetic palms, and Yoroi-Kazari on the fists. -
Do
Toughened black 50 piece type synthetic Do-Dai with Kurozan Mune and a choice of Mune design. -
Tare
Soft 10mm Mae-Obi with 5mm panel stitching for shape, durability, and comfort.
What is Included?
This set includes Men, Kote, Do, Tare, Himo, Chichikawa, and Tenugui.
Built for Real Keiko
VANGUARD is designed for the practical demands of regular Kendo training. It gives strong protection in the areas that matter most, helping you train with confidence.
Protective Without Feeling Overcomplicated
This set focuses on useful, meaningful protective features rather than unnecessary decoration. The result is a dependable Bogu set that works well for many different levels of practice.
Men
The VANGUARD Men uses extra wide 10mm Pitch-Zashi stitching through the Futon to provide excellent cushioning. Additional inner padding is included to further improve protection in the main strike zone.
The Mendare uses 5mm Naname-Zashi stitching, helping the Men keep a clean shape while improving durability and fit. The IBB Mengane is light, strong, and well balanced, with reinforced titanium bars in the strike zone.
Kote
The VANGUARD Kote are designed to combine protection, flexibility, and durability. They feature matching 10mm Pitch-Zashi construction and additional padding in the strike zone, helping protect the hands during hard Keiko.
The wrist joint uses a flexible and durable original cut, while the palms are made from tough synthetic leather. Yoroi-Kazari is used on the fists to support manoeuvrability and ease of movement.
Do
The VANGUARD set includes a toughened black 50 piece type synthetic Do-Dai. This gives the set a clean, traditional appearance while keeping it practical and durable for regular training.
The Do is supplied with a Kurozan Mune, and customers can choose from the available Mune design options.
Tare
The VANGUARD Tare is made to offer a balance of protection, comfort, and shape. The Mae-Obi uses soft 10mm stitching for comfort around the waist, while the Tare panels use 5mm stitching for a crisp shape and improved durability.
Measuring Guide
Please follow the measuring guide carefully when ordering. Accurate measurements help us supply the most suitable size.
Men Measuring Guide
Kote Measuring Guide
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Mune Design Options
The VANGUARD Do is supplied with a Kurozan Mune. The available Mune design options include the styles shown below.
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Do-Dai Colour Options
Standard Black is included. Additional Do-Dai colour options are available through the options page below.
Production Time Note
Changing the Do-Dai from Standard Black may increase production time by approximately 10 to 12 weeks.
Please contact us before ordering if you need guidance on choosing the best Do-Dai option for your set.
From Our Founder, Andy Fisher
VANGUARD continues my tradition of building highly protective, comfortable Bogu that supports beginners and instructors alike, especially when receiving hard strikes. It is designed for real world Dojo use as well as sharp presentation.
Final Notes
Actual product may vary slightly from photographs. Please check all selected options carefully before ordering, especially if choosing a custom Do-Dai.
Shipping Notes
- Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
- Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
- Delivery to the USA:
- Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
- If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
- We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
- Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
- To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
- Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy