Aloha! Hawaii was amazing! I have never seen so many people playing Kendama in my life! 1800 people signed up to the Yo-Dama battle before we had to cut it off. 5000 people total were at the event. Choke players were there! It was great to get some time on Oahu an meet the people […]
Hawaii Adventures Volume 1 Read this post
For 2014 we wanted to continue growing the Tribute family. Instead of doing a video contest this year, we decided to keep our eyes open for the right person during our travels and events. The Tribute team is one of the most diverse Kendama crews in the world. Each member has their own unique style
Kendama USA Welcomes Haley Bishoff to the Tribute Team Read this post
It\’s amazing how much one place can influence a person. All of us here at Kendama USA are influenced by the birthplace of kendama… Japan. A portion of our team was honored to be invited to visit the birthplace of kendama for sessions, meetings, product-releases, and plotting the future course of our sport. It was
Kendama USA Japan 2013 – The Gloken Musou Tour Read this post
Kendama USA and Gloken partner to bring some of your favorite kendama-shredders to Japan. These are the shenanigans that ensued on only the flight over. Get stoked for the rest. This was shot & cut on planes. Kendama Play: Dave Mateo Turner Thorne Colin Sander Jake Wiens KendamaUSA.com Gloken.net Edit by the one and only,
Musous on a Plane Read this post
We couldn\’t be more honored and excited to announce Jake Wiens as the new 2013 Kendama USA Pro Team Member. Jake has been an awe inspiring figure in the Kendama community for as long as I can remember. The roots he planted during the first backyard Kengarden battles in San Francisco have grown into something
Jake Wiens turns Pro for Kendama USA Read this post
For me Kendama in general is many things. I like to think of it as a tool that has helped me get through life. It really teaches patience, keeps you chasing for something new or challenging, and creates an environment that cant be explained unless you are physically there to experience it. Kendama has given
Dave Mateo's Spike Hard Catch Low edit #2 – For the Love Read this post
What does Kendama mean to you? Jake Wiens talks Kendama. Take notes. This is just a taste of whats in store. Stay tuned. Kendama is whatever you want it to be. Kendama could be your sport. It could be your hobby. It could be your time-waster. It could be your break from the office. It
Jake Wiens talks Kendama Read this post
Dama Fest 2013 was an amazing event. Much respect goes out to Matt Ballard for documenting the entire week and putting together this edit. Huge thanks to everybody who made the trip to Atlanta for an unforgettable Kendama experience. We couldn\’t have done it without the help of our entire team and all our sponsors.
Official Dama Fest 2013 Edit Read this post
New York City is a place like none other. So many people have tried capturing it in words, but it\’s simply impossible to do it justice. It\’s something that has to be experienced to understand. The annual Toy Fair trip is quickly becoming a staple event for us each year, and we\’ve met some amazing
NYC 2013 Full Length Edit Read this post
Kendama USA is proud to present the sixth edit from Zack Yourd. Spending a week out in Colorado to log some time on the snowboard, Yourd was able to pick up the camera and lace some kendama maneuvers in the colorful views of the Centennial State. Experience the elevations and good vibes this edit has
Zack Yourd Edit 6 – spring break shredding Read this post
Kendama USA spent a few weeks in New York City this winter for some city exploring, Kendama playing, and of course the annual Toy Fair. In the city that never sleeps, you better believe we weren\’t dozing off. Each night we hit the town, roamed the streets, and captured the journey on video. Hope you
Kendama USA NYC 2012 Episode 5 – Night Time in the Streets Read this post
Kendama USA spent a few weeks in New York City this winter for some city exploring, Kendama playing, and of course the annual Toy Fair. On our days off, we roamed the city high and low. From Central park to the top of the Empire State, follow the team through the big apple. Big thanks
Kendama USA NYC 2012 Episode 4 – Daytime in the Streets Read this post
In November 2012 the Kendama USA Pro Team traveled to Japan to explore Kendama\’s roots, players, and experience the homeland of this game that has changed all of our lives. This is the full length edit of our travels and tricks. Edited by Colin Sander.
Kendama USA Japan Tour 2012 – Full Length Official Edit Read this post
