{"product_id":"yasaka-yagyu-v-japanese-penhold-blade","title":"Yasaka Yagyu V Japanese Penhold Blade","description":"\u003cp class=\"kidspo-catch\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA rounded-corner single-ply hinoki penhold blade for easy handling and steady play\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-lead\"\u003eThe Yagyu V is an all-round Japanese penhold blade with a rounded-corner head, made of single-ply hinoki (Japanese cypress cut from a single board). It makes the most of the easy handling of the rounded-corner shape and is built with stability in mind. It also suits players who have just started table tennis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eJapanese penhold with a rounded-corner blade (165×138 mm), classified as all-round.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSingle-ply hinoki made from a single board of Japanese cypress, 9.0 mm thick.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTakes advantage of the easy handling of the rounded-corner shape, with an emphasis on stable play.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOn Yasaka's own ratings, speed is Fast and feel is Medium.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eGrip 85×35 mm, weight about 85 g (manufacturer-stated). Country of production: Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eJapanese penhold players who value stable play\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAnyone about to start table tennis with a Japanese penhold\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePros and things to consider\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe rounded-corner shape is easy to handle and makes steady returns easier.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eA made-in-Japan single-ply hinoki blade that is said to suit beginners as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThings to consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eRubbers are sold separately. This is a blade only.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe speed rating is Fast, which may not suit players who want less rebound.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable class=\"kidspo-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eYasaka (Yasaka Co., Ltd.)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eAll-round Japanese penhold\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSpeed\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eFeel\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eBlade thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e9.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eComposition\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSingle-ply hinoki\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 85 g\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eBlade size\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e165x138 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eGrip size\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e85x35 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eItem number\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eW-88\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-note\"\u003eSpeed, Feel are Yasaka's own published ratings; they cannot be compared with other manufacturers' figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdl class=\"kidspo-faq\"\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. What does a rounded-corner blade look like?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. It is a square blade with rounded corners. The Yagyu V blade measures 165×138 mm.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. Can beginners use it?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. The manufacturer also recommends it for people who are just starting table tennis.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore you buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul class=\"kidspo-notes\"\u003e\u003cli\u003eThis item is ordered from our supplier after you place your order, then shipped from Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIf 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eShips from Osaka, Japan by Japan Post. We ship this item to the United States, Australia and Brazil. Shipping fees are shown at checkout.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eUnited States: we prepay the US import duty. It is included in the shipping fee shown at checkout, so there is nothing to pay on delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAustralia: no import duty or GST for orders of A$1,000 or less.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eBrazil: 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eRubber is sold separately. Please also choose rubber, glue and edge tape.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeights are a guide. Because the blade is made of wood, weight and grain vary from blade to blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eImages are for illustration. Colors may look different depending on your screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSpecifications and design may change without notice.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"YASAKA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67596535562422,"sku":"YSK-W88","price":9770.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/9079\/3398\/files\/51axlPBGWWL.jpg?v=1791364127","url":"https:\/\/kidspo.top\/en\/products\/yasaka-yagyu-v-japanese-penhold-blade","provider":"KIDSPO-カジュアル\u0026スポーツブランドのお店-","version":"1.0","type":"link"}