Yumi Archery

Yumi Archery harnesses the spirit and power of Japanese archery with classic traditional arrows, bows, accessories, and books. Jaap Koppedrayer is an expert on Japanese traditional archery, and he utilizes his considerable knowledge and skills to make these fine products for those seeking an understanding of Japanese archery culture.
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Very nice bamboo for backing bows. Bamboo backing your bow can greatly improve the strength, durability and performance of the bow. Bamboo backing also allows you to use de-crowned wood when making a bow. Approximately 2" x 72". Extra shipping required.
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Thumbrings are considered an essential component of archery tackle in many parts of the world, yet they are for the most part "unknown" in the Western world. With the ever growing popularity of horse bows and other Eastern archery bows, the thumbring has piqued the inte...read more

Bamboo is arguably the best primitive bow backing material available anywhere and our bamboo backing strips are planed flat on the belly so you won't have to do the work. With the belly side of the bamboo planed flat all that's left to do is to rough it up prior to gluing up t...read more

These are fully finished, handcrafted Bamboo Arrows that are not only unique looking, but sturdy and accurate. Each comes pre-fletched (color may vary) and with nocks and points installed. Nocks are made of bone (white) or water buffalo horn (black). We pick at random if you d...read more

Kay and Jaap Koppedrayer guide you step-by-step through the process of Making Bamboo Arrows. As the Koppedrayers say: "A Bamboo arrow is a thing of beauty." And you will soon be making your own beautiful Bamboo arrows with the help of this comprehensive 46 page booklet....read more
Flight Archery is one of the oldest forms of archery competition in North America. The goal is to see your arrow's flight out-distance that of your competitors.

This booklet covers the history, world records, and details about this amazing sport that many modern arch...read more
Sitting Bull, Crazy Horse, Black Elk... they are names etched in history. All three were members of the Lakota Sioux tribes of the Dakotas, Minnesota, and Nebraska.

This booklet offers valuable insights into this fascinating Native American tribe. Included are commenta...read more

These nocks work exclusively with the Yumi Carbon Arrow Shafts. Buy them as replacements or keep them on hand.

Sold by the dozen. Weighs approximately six grains each. Available in white, black, and red. Supplies limited.

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This is the same style of bow utilized by the famed Samurai warriors of Feudal Japan. While Samurai are usually recognized for their swordsmanship, proficiency with the Yumi (Japanese Bow) was actually considered a more valuable skill through much of Japan's history. Modern us...read more

Beautiful, handcrafted bamboo arrows have a special touch of tradition and quality. They look equally amazing in the quiver and in flight. These unique, sturdy arrows are pre-fletched with natural barred turkey feathers, and with nocks and points installed. Nocks are made of b...read more

This Replacement Bow String for the Yumi Japanese Traditional Bow is made from a type of sturdy, long-lasting kevlar. It will stand up to the rigors of Japanese archery, and last through many shots. Includes a length of twine to be used as serving. Features loops in the timber hi...read more

These nocks work exclusively with the Yumi Carbon Arrow Shafts. Buy them as replacements or keep them on hand.

Sold by the dozen. Weighs approximately six grains each. Available in white, black, and red. Supplies limited.

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