Colin Sander is our most veteran player here at Kendama USA, he has paved the way for Kendama in the Untied States by being one of the first to start making progressive edits online. Here we are showcasing all his edits in order from 1-9 (except #6 DVD only) plus some single tricks and some […]
Colin Sander Edit History Read this post
Ever wonder what Dave Mateo’s Kendama collection looks like? Well now is you’re chance! Check out the assortment of Kendamas Dave has collected over the years! Not to mention the cleanest Puma collection in the game!
Dave Mateo’s Kendama Collection Read this post
Yo everyone! If you’re reading this right now, that means you’re somewhat interested in what I’ve been doing these past couple of months. Man has it been crazy theses past few months! Lots of traveling, keeping up with school, and playing volleyball for my school, with everything else in between. I’m here to explain a
Catching up with TJ Kolesnik Read this post
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 – A Kendama Edit 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
All cherry. All the time. These beautiful Kendamas are the hardwood version of the standard 2013 Pro Models. They are strung with the same color string as their beech wood counterpart. The denser, harder cherry wood adds more weight to your Kendama game and has a great clack sound like no other. The 2013 Pro
2013 Limited Edition Pro Models now available. All cherry!!! 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
Really awesome look into the SF Dama culture, put together by Isiah Flores and the homies at Loop Kicks. Check out a session at the Kengarden popup store inside San Franpsycho. Great day of dama. If you want to try out Kendama, you can always find one in our store HERE.
The Kengarden Adventures. Tuesday Session Read this post
MIND BLOWN once again by Keith Matusumura “Kendama is a lot more than just a wooden Japanese toy. It is patience; it is excitement; it is frustration; it is new friendships. It\’s a lifestyle wrapped up into a very unlikely object. I hope you enjoy these kendama tricks, but please watch remembering this: Kendama is
Keith Matsumura Kendama Edit 7 Read this post
Last year when Kendama USA was touring Japan, we had the honor of visiting the Tokyo offices of the Japanese Kendama Association. This is a mecca of Kendama roots, relics, gems, and history that was overwhelming to take in. Despite having the most epic antique Kendama collection we had ever seen, everybody at the office
Kendama USA visits the JKA Read this post
For all the Kendama collectors and enthusiasts out there, we’re happy to release this new unique style. The characters on the Tama spell out “Kendama” in Japanese. Available now in glossy red, gold, or natural. Get your own kendama here.
New Tribute Kanji Kendamas out now! Read this post
