Do Himo Plum - Meirin

Do Himo Plum from our Japanese supplier Meirin.

Plum 100% cotton cords to hold the chest strap (Do) on the torso.
The Do himo fits easily and attaches to the Dochikawa, the leather buckles on the bottom of the Do.
A set of Do Himo consist of 4 Himo, 2 long, which attach to the upper Dochikawa, and go on the Munekawa, loops on the top of the Do, crossed flat in the back.
The 2 short Himo bind to the lower Dochikawa and tie each other in the back.

The standard length of long Do Himo is 3 尺 (shaku), or 90.90 cm.
The short Do Himo are 2 尺 (shaku) long, or 60.60 cm.

These Do Himo Plum in traditional cotton are the first level of top quality in the Shouchikubai (Pine-Bamboo-Plum) classification for upper cotton links.
A batch contains 2 pairs of Himo (cords).

Features :

• Do Himo long: 3 尺 = 90.90 cm
• Do Himo short length: 2 尺 = 60.60 cm
• Weight: 65 g

Masamune Team's Advice:

• Check the cord before and after training regularly.
• After using Do, tie the Himo around it to dry flat.
• If the Himo is twisted, feel free to unfold it and then iron it back to its original shape.
• The cord will break in the striking or fastening areas.
• Once the cord is damaged, it can't be repaired and must be changed.

Classification System - Shō-Chiku-Bai 松 竹 梅
This old system classifies the quality of the products to which it applies, in descending order of quality: Pine, Bamboo, Plum.

• Plum - 梅 (Bai, Ume)
  The first level of this qualitative gradation. Plum is one of the first trees to bloom in spring when it is still cold.
• Bamboo - 竹 (Chiku, Take)
  Intermediate level of gradation. The Bamboo, symbol of growth and success keeps its green all year round.
• Pine - 松 (Shō, Matsu)
  Upper level. The Pine symbol of longevity, keeps its greenery all year round with its evergreen foliage.