The Aikido Short Bokken (aikiken short bokken or short sword of aikido) is the best choice for most Aikido dojo but also extremely versatile for other Japanese sword related martial arts. Mainly intended for the necessary speed and strength required for Aikido weapons practice, the shape incorporates several koryu (old school) stylistic features. The aikido short bokken, is suitable for both kumi-tachi (partner practice) as well as suburi (solo) practice.

At 26" length, these short bokken follow the parameters of their respective long bokken, the aikiken medium and the aikiken large.