The Rokkaku Kite - Some Background. Some Background The Rokkaku kite is a traditional Japanese fighting kite that in the 21st Century is still quite popular in the West as well.
The Rok, as it's often referred to in the West, is a tailless bowed design, hexagonal in shape. Although there are differences between East and West, Rok battles involving individuals or teams are still being organized in various parts of the world. Here's an interesting little snippet I picked up... Have you heard it said that the Delta is the easiest type of kite to fly, hence good for beginners? Dritz 100 Nickel Eyelets. Search Results for Dowels at The Home Depot - Tablet. High Quality Carbon Fiber Tubes and Products - Rock West Composites. Ultra Lightweight Nylon Green. How To Build A Dopero Kite - Instructions For The MBK 2-Skewer Dopero. Step-by-Step - The MBK 2-Skewer Dopero This set of instructions on how to build a Dopero kite assumes you know absolutely nothing about kite making.
You might already have some of the simple tools and materials required. Anything you don't have is easily bought. If not exactly what I used, then at least something pretty similar!