Correct use of the Kake of Kyudo.

In archery, the bow is drawn with a finger protector.
In Japanese Kyudo, the bow is drawn with a Kake.

If the Kake is used incorrectly, it can cause injury and the arrow may not fly straight.

This section explains how to use Kake.

Video on how to use Kake

If the elbow is raised, it will not be at a right angle.

Use Kake as a right angle to Tsuru, Please.

If the elbow is raised, it will not be at a right angle.

It is important not to twist the elbow position and the wrist.

Click here to watch a video on how to practise pulling correctly.

If you draw the Yumi beautifully, you will naturally use the kake correctly.

I hope that one day I can play Kyudo with everyone in the world.

From Japan, Miyako.