Yasaka Double Face II JP Japanese Penhold Blade

A penhold blade you can grip the Japanese way while attaching rubber to the back as well

The Double Face II JP is a Japanese penhold blade (a type of racket held the way you hold a pen). Its main feature is that you keep the Japanese grip but can attach rubber to the back as well, so you can hit with both faces. It is made of 5 wood plies, and on Yasaka's own ratings its speed is Mid-slow and its feel is Soft.

Features

• Although it has a Japanese-style grip (85×32.5 mm), rubber can be attached to both the front and the back.
• 5 wood plies, 6.2 mm thick. Classified as all-round.
• On Yasaka's own ratings, speed is Mid-slow and feel is Soft.
• Blade 163×140 mm, weight about 70 g (manufacturer-stated).

Recommended for

• Players who want to take up back-face hitting while keeping the Japanese grip
• Players who want to widen their game by using both faces instead of just one

Pros and things to consider

Pros

• You can attach rubber to both faces without changing the Japanese grip.
• With Mid-slow speed and a Soft feel, the ball is easy to keep in check.

Things to consider

• Rubbers are sold separately. If you attach them to both faces, please prepare two.
• Attaching rubber to both faces adds to the total weight.
• The speed rating is Mid-slow, which may feel lacking to players who prioritize speed.

Specifications

Speed, Feel are Yasaka's own published ratings; they cannot be compared with other manufacturers' figures.

FAQ

Q. Can I attach rubber to the back as well?

A. Yes. You can keep the Japanese grip and attach rubber to the back to use both faces.

Q. Does it come with rubbers?

A. No. This is a blade only.

Before you buy

• This item is ordered from our supplier after you place your order, then shipped from Japan.
• If it is out of stock at the manufacturer or supplier, delivery may take longer. If a restock is not expected, we may cancel your order. We will contact you by email in either case.
• Ships from Osaka, Japan by Japan Post. We ship this item to Australia and Brazil. It cannot be shipped to the United States. Shipping fees are shown at checkout.
• Australia: no import duty or GST for orders of A$1,000 or less.
• Brazil: import taxes (about 93–100% of the order value including shipping) are paid by the recipient on delivery. Your CPF number is required for customs; we will ask for it by email after you order.
• Rubber is sold separately. Please also choose rubber, glue and edge tape.
• Weights are a guide. Because the blade is made of wood, weight and grain vary from blade to blade.
• Images are for illustration. Colors may look different depending on your screen.
• Specifications and design may change without notice.