{"product_id":"traditional-wooden-kendama-catch-cup-and-ball-toy","title":"Traditional Wooden Kendama Catch Cup and Ball Toy","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis traditional wooden kendama is a catch cup and ball toy in pale natural wood, with a mint green ball tied on a length of white cotton string. It is the classic game of skill: hold the handle, swing the ball up and try to land it in one of the cups. The crosspiece carries a cup at each end, and the handle comes to a pointed spike for the trickier catches once the cups feel easy. Wood and cotton keep it simple and light, and at 17cm long and 6.5cm wide it sits comfortably in one hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe like it on a desk, a coffee table or a kitchen windowsill, ready for a few minutes of play between other things. It is a quiet, screen-free way to fill a tea break, and a good one to pass round when friends come over, because everyone wants a turn once the first catch lands. It is just as handy in the garden or the park on a dry afternoon, and it is light enough to slip into a bag for a day out. The soft green ball against the plain wood also looks good left out on a shelf between games.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe handle, crosspiece and ball are all wood, joined by cotton string fixed to the ball and tied around the crosspiece, so the ball always swings back to you. The wood is left pale and smooth, while the ball has a soft green finish. To keep it looking its best, wipe it with a soft dry cloth and keep it away from water. It comes in a windowed box with a rope carry handle, so it is an easy gift to wrap or simply hand over as it is, and we think it suits anyone who likes a challenge they can pick up in a spare minute.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable class=\"spec_table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRex London\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWood \u0026amp; cotton\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.5cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.8cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.109KG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarnings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarning! Choking hazard; small parts. Not for children under 3 years. This product contains a long cord that could pose a choking or strangulation hazard. Parental supervision is recommended.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch5\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big is the wooden catch cup and ball?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt measures 17cm long and 6.5cm wide, a comfortable size to hold in one hand while you swing the ball and try to catch it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the kendama made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe handle, crosspiece and ball are all wood, and the ball is tied on with cotton string so it swings back to you after every try.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you play with a catch cup and ball?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHold the handle, swing the ball up on its string and try to land it in the cup at either end of the crosspiece. The pointed spike is there for trickier catches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat colour is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wood is a pale natural tone and the ball is a soft mint green, with a white cotton string joining the two together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I look after a wooden kendama?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe it over with a soft dry cloth now and then and keep it away from water, as you would with any wooden piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it make a good gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe think so. It comes in a windowed box with a rope carry handle, ready to give, and it suits anyone who enjoys a game of skill.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rex London","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53516748390667,"sku":"REX-30604","price":12.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/30604-01.jpg?v=1794214582","url":"https:\/\/niori.co.uk\/products\/traditional-wooden-kendama-catch-cup-and-ball-toy","provider":"Niori","version":"1.0","type":"link"}