Yumi Bow Plans
Like the legendary yumi bows of old this bow is hand made from sturdy bamboo grown in the usa.
Yumi bow plans. In general the yumi bow consists of two faces made out of bamboo the front face that is on the external side of the bow closer to the target and the back face the one closer to the archer. Mark the limb tip shape photo 11. In general the yumi bow consists of two faces made out of bamboo the front face that is on the external side of the bow closer to the target and the back face the one closer to the archer. At tozando we stock items from carbon fiber and glass fiber yumi bows through to bamboo yumi bows all suited for intermediate to advanced practitioners.
Yumi is the japanese term use for traditional asymmetrical japanese bows. Carbon fiber and glass fiber yumi are durable and easy to handle making them relatively easy to use and maintain even for beginners. Modern use of the yumi bow is known as kyudo or way of the bow kyudo places as much emphasis on spiritual and moral development as it does accuracy and skill. It is a very serious discipline drawing from the ancient samurai traditions.
This was an important weapon used by samurai warriors during feudal japan. If you plan to make a lot of bows consider buying a carbide blade. Follow up with a rat tail file photo. Rough cut the shape of the bow limbs on the bandsaw.
Start the string groove cut with a triangular file. If no instructor is available and or you live in an area of extreme climate hot cold dry or moist then a fiberglass. Then the core is a laminate of strips of bamboo and hardwood in different configurations. There are different kinds of bows and each of these has a specific purpose.
Choosing a take yumi bamboo bow if you plan to purchase a bamboo bow please consult first with a qualified kyudo instructor who is familiar with the care and use of bamboo bows for advice on a bow that is suitable for you. Use a drum sander to finish the shape.