Toysmith Hardwood Kendama (5-Inch) This ancient Japanese game of skill involves tossing a small wooden ball and catching it in one of the kendama's shallow cups. The kendama's authentic hardwood construction is both lightweight and very durable. A string tether anchors the kendama's wooden ball to the handle for safety. At 5 inches long, the kendama is designed with small hands in mind. Recommended for ages 5 years and up. Challenge your children's imaginations and keep them active with Toysmith. Committed to providing the most imaginative toys along with the highest safety standards, Toysmith has toys appropriate for all age groups. Toysmith offers toys for any kind of play: active play, science and discovery, arts and crafts, impulse and novelty toys, and nostalgic retro classics. Kendama is a traditional Japanese toy Various ways to catch and perform balancing tricks 1.75" ball on the 5" handle Toss the ball up and then try to catch on the end Ages 5 and up