KOLOA — Matthew Myerson, 13, captured the Best Trick trophy, a new kendama, during the first Kendama Battle 2012, Saturday across from Sueoka’s Store in Koloa. Jaeda Dabin, coordinator of the kendama ...

GRAND HAVEN, Mich. — Remember when every single person you knew had a yoyo? Have you ever tried to master Kendama? Skill toys like these are bring joy and challenge the user's hand-eye coordination.

At a time when young people of all ages are focused on electronics and apps, the popularity of the kendama — a traditional Japanese toy made out of wood — seems like an anomaly. It hasn't caught on ...

Do you think you might have what it takes to be a professional Kendama player? Are you in Moncton? This could be your week to show off your stuff. Three of the top Kendama players in the world are ...

The kendama is a Japanese variant on cup-and-ball games. It is enjoyed by both children performing simple tricks and adults completing much more complex ones. The kendama has a long history, but the ...