Target Distances and Dojo Etiquette: The 28-Meter Kinteki Range

Standard target sizes, paper target mounting, and scoring in traditional dojos.

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The Standard 36cm Target (Kinteki)

Placed 28 meters away at a slight upward trajectory into the sand bank (Azuchi).

Sifting, moistening, and shaping the azuchi sand incline to absorb incoming arrows without damaging bamboo shafts.

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