The Kendama is an ancient Japanese toy that focuses on hand-eye coordination and patience.

It is usually made of wood and has three cups and a spike, which is called the ken, and is connected to a ball with a string. The ball has a hole in it, and the objective is to land the ball onto the cups and the spike. You can get started by learning a few basic tricks.

3 Helpful Tips For Kendama Beginners:

• Always hold the Ken like you’re writing with a pencil. This will allow you to land it on any of the three cups.
• Pull the ball up instead of swinging the ball. This will give you more control when you attempt to land it on the cups.
• Watch the ball all the way to the cup. It helps to cushion it as if you were holding an egg.