The traditional Japanese kakudai is used to create hollow and shaped braids around a kaku-shin (core). The braid is worked upward using an overhead pulley system producing distinctive braids with twisted and dimensional elements.
Handcrafted from hard maple with a hand-rubbed shellac finish, this Western Style Kakudai has 26 in. (60 cm) legs for braiding while seated in a chair. It is designed for easy assembly.
Included: Three kaku-shin (needle, flat, and square) in a tool holder, two mirrors (large and small), and two weight bags. Fishing weights for the counterweight can be purchased locally.
Traditionally, kakudai braids use 100 g and 240 g tama. Tama are not included.
For instruction in traditional kakudai braiding, see Kumihimo: The Essence of Japanese Braiding by Aiko Sakai and Makiko Tada.
Shipping Information
Shipping inside the U.S. can range from $25–$35 (higher in AK/HI); shipping outside the U.S. can range from $80–$160 due to the weight of the equipment. Prices are subject to change over time.
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Handcrafted from hard maple in Oregon, USA by BraidersHand.
