Japanese Bow

Discussion in 'Weapons' started by KSprenk, Aug 14, 2005.

  1. KSprenk

    KSprenk be

    Why Do Japanese bows have a weird bulge on the top half? Both Samurai and Ninja style bows have the bulges.
     
  2. Kogusoku

    Kogusoku 髭また伸びた! Supporter

    Yumi, (Japanese bow) were originally used by warriors on horseback. This is why the yumi looks so strangely balanced. The bottom haft was held for maneuverability while mounted on a horse.

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