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TOO MUCH KANJI
Donning the armor of Japanese
This item is designed with unisex sizing.
We suggest ordering a size up when your measurements are between sizes.
The color of the actual product may differ slightly from the images shown.
FREE SHIPPING IN THE CONTINENTAL U.S.
20% OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER
30-DAY RETURNS
DESIGN CONCEPT
You’ve seen them—the random Japanese characters slapped on fight gear that make absolutely no sense. We decided to lean into the meme. Is it visually loud? Absolutely. But unlike the random gibberish out there, every single stroke on this gear has a profound purpose.
Welcome to the SPARS "TOO MUCH KANJI" Collection.
DESIGN CONCEPT
Inspired by the ancient Japanese folktale of Hoichi the Earless—a monk who painted his entire body in sacred sutras to protect himself from malevolent spirits. We brought that concept to the mats. This isn't just a rash guard; it's a full-body talisman. Think of it as your spiritual armor, designed to ward off the bad juju—avoidable injuries, fatigue, and reckless rolls.
Six four-character expressions come together in this design as symbols of protection, strategy, and care on the mats.
Toko Kyokushi
WARD OFF MISFORTUNE
On the mats: take care to keep preventable trouble from becoming injury.
Kinjo Teppeki
IMPREGNABLE DEFENSE
A metaphor for a defense with no opening.
Build structure. Protect position. Give nothing away.
Shuko Bokushu
STRATEGY IN ATTACK AND DEFENSE
Skill and ingenuity in both attack and defense.
Attack with purpose. Defend with composure.
Kyokutotsu Shishin
PREVENT TROUBLE BEFORE IT STARTS
Move with intention and make sure to tap early so you can train again tomorrow.
Shinshi Keishu
CARE FROM BEGINNING TO END
From the first slap-bump to the final tap, stay mindful and respect your partner.
Kanai Anzen
A traditional wish for a safe household.
Train hard. Protect your partners. Go home healthy. Come back tomorrow.