Product Overview
| Uniform Size | Up to Height | Up to Weight |
| 2 | 4'11" | 100lb |
| 2.5 | 5' | 110lb |
| 3 | 5'2" | 120lb |
| 3.5 | 5'4" | 140lb |
| 4 | 5'6" | 150lb |
| 4.5 | 5'8" | 160lb |
| 5 | 5'10" | 170lb |
| 5.5 | 5'11" | 180lb |
| 6 | 6' | 190lb |
| 6.5 | 6'2" | 200lb |
| 7 | 6'4" | 210lb |
| 7.5 | 6'6" | 220lb |
| 8 | 6'8" | 230lb |
This is the Black version of the famous Tokaido Gi, only available in Regular(Traditional) cut. This 100% Brushed Cotton Uniform is made of Tokaido's special "Ultimate" cotton no. 10 canvas, known throughout the world for durability and friction resistance. It is perhaps the finest Black Heavyweight Karate Uniform available. Note: The black gi has a stonewashed look after washing. This is natural part of having an authentic Tokaido black gi.
Made in Japan - an authentic Tokaido uniform.
Use your height in the table above to determine size, unless you exceed the weight limit in the right column. The Tokaido Uniforms are a premium Gi, and you may need to have alterations performed for a perfect fit.
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What is a Black Tokaido Uniform - Traditional Cut - Ultimate?
This is a heavyweight black karate uniform (gi) made by Tokaido Japan, featuring a traditional cut and constructed from 100% brushed cotton using Tokaido's no. 10 canvas fabric known as "Ultimate."
Other Names For Black Tokaido Uniform - Traditional Cut - Ultimate
Black karate gi, black karategi, Tokaido gi, Tokaido karate uniform, black dogi, black keikogi, heavyweight karate uniform
What options are available with the product Black Tokaido Uniform - Traditional Cut - Ultimate?
This uniform is available in multiple sizes based on height and weight measurements.
- Size 2 (up to 4'11", 100 lb)
- Size 2.5 (up to 5', 110 lb)
- Size 3 (up to 5'2", 120 lb)
- Size 3.5 (up to 5'4", 140 lb)
- Size 4 (up to 5'6", 150 lb)
- Size 4.5 (up to 5'8", 160 lb)
- Size 5 (up to 5'10", 170 lb)
- Size 5.5 (up to 5'11", 180 lb)
- Size 6 (up to 6', 190 lb)
- Size 6.5 (up to 6'2", 200 lb)
- Size 7 (up to 6'4", 210 lb)
- Size 7.5 (up to 6'6", 220 lb)
- Size 8 (up to 6'8", 230 lb)
How does a Black Tokaido Uniform - Traditional Cut - Ultimate work?
The uniform consists of a jacket and pants worn during karate training and competition. The traditional cut follows classic Japanese tailoring proportions. The no. 10 canvas fabric is a heavyweight cotton weave that provides structure and durability during repetitive striking, blocking, and grappling movements.
Sizing is determined primarily by height, with weight used as a secondary consideration when the practitioner exceeds the weight limit for their height-based size. The black dye produces a stonewashed appearance after washing, which is a characteristic of authentic Tokaido black uniforms rather than a defect.
What benefits does a Black Tokaido Uniform - Traditional Cut - Ultimate provide?
- Heavyweight no. 10 canvas construction resists friction and wear from repeated training sessions.
- 100% brushed cotton fabric allows airflow and absorbs perspiration during intense practice.
- Made in Japan by Tokaido, a manufacturer recognized for producing authentic karate uniforms.
- Traditional cut maintains classic proportions expected in formal karate settings.
- Wide size range (2 through 8) accommodates practitioners from under 5 feet to 6'8" tall.
Updated: August 10, 2026