Polaris Melbourne Budogu

Polaris Melbourne Budogu is a local supplier of kendo equipment and themed designs, serving kendoka in Melbourne and customers internationally. Its range includes bogu and full armour sets, shinai, bokuto, kendo uniforms, gi tops, hakama bottoms, and accessories such as tenugui, protective supports, bogu components, shinai fittings, tsuba, and tsubadome. The store also offers artisan and design items, including accessories inspired by kendo and furry culture. Its representative character, Clay the Tigress, reflects the founder’s interests in kendo and the furry community.

Polaris aims to make shopping convenient and fairly priced. International shipping costs are included in listed prices, while Melbourne customers can choose from options including dojo drop-off, warehouse pick-up, and home delivery in some suburbs. Items marked out of stock or sold out can be pre-ordered, and customers can enquire about custom bogu upgrades and shinai. The business says it tests products before listing them and welcomes dojo partners with discounts on equipment orders.