MASAMUNE
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[Hardness] Little soft [Performance] Spin and Control are excellent. |
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Averages reviews points
- Speed：8.6
- Spin：9.1
- Control：9
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Reviews of MASAMUNE. Players who use Racket evaluate various points such as hardness, momentum, weight, item by item to worry, and feel at impact thoroughly.
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Players use MASAMUNE
- Distinctive hinoki feel with sharp strike and excellent ball retention
- Strong drive extension with easy spin application and stable trajectory
- Cuts are linear and sink low for returning shots
- Thick blade absorbs opponent's power for stability
- Requires practice to master, rubber selection is important
User reviews
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Yuu. Cutman （Experience：２〜３ years） Hacker who can do anything
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2023/05/14
This racket is for all-rounders, so you can do anything.
Because it is a soft racket, compatibility with Chinese rubber is very good. It goes well with the same Yasaka Shoryu and other manufacturers' Kyo leopard series.
Cuts are linear and can be sent with a large amount of rotation. Also, although there may be a balance with the rubber, it is easy to bite in and downward rotation. Therefore, it is suitable for cutmen who attack themselves during cuts.
Also, this racket is made of three plywood, and the shape of the blade is a special racket that is almost circular, so it may be a little difficult until you get used to it. However, once you get used to it, it's a racket that's easy to use, so don't just make a decision based on your first impression, but try it out and think about it!Overall Speed Spin Control Touch Hardness Little soft
Recommended rubber (Forehand) HURRICANE PRO Ⅲ TURBO BLUE
Recommended rubber (Backhand) Rakza 7
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Backhand cutman （Experience：６〜１０ years） I can't use any other racket anymore! Highly recommended for offensive players too!
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2026/07/27
To put it simply, I can't use any other racket.
I'm an offensive-minded defensive player with inverted rubbers on both sides, and what I appreciate most is not only the offensive power but also the stability when cutting. While some reviews mention the ball flying too far, unless you're doing a deep, slightly older style of cutting, it actually doesn't fly that far. The ball feels like it's flying downwards, resulting in a low trajectory. Also, the ball sinks slightly upon landing, making it very difficult to hit. The ball leaves the racket faster than other defensive rackets, making it less susceptible to spin and easier to control, which I believe is one of the factors contributing to its control.
When attacking, it's easy to apply spin, and the ball flies with a stable trajectory. Because it's a cypress wood racket, it's also easy to execute straight attacks like smashes. It's recommended for players who hit with a thicker contact, and therefore, I felt it paired well with the latest sticky tension rubbers.
It's extremely stable, making it more than sufficient for intermediate offensive players. In fact, offensive players should use it.
This is a racket I truly recommend for inverted rubber defensive players, and I want everyone to try it. (Though I wouldn't want to play against someone using it.)Overall Speed Spin Control Touch Hardness Little soft
Recommended rubber (Forehand) DNA PLATINUM H
Recommended rubber (Backhand) HYBRID K3
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Cotton candy （Experience：More than ２０ years）
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2026/06/16
I switched from the Innerforce Layer ZLC. Initially, I used Fasterk G1 on my forehand, but my backspin shots weren't clearing the net very well. Switching to Rakza 7 made that difference. It's a somewhat contradictory racket, combining the comfortable feel of hinoki wood with the quick ball release and the good ball-holding ability of a wood ply. However, if you use it patiently for a while, you'll appreciate its qualities.
The blade is a relatively thick 7.2mm, so it's not easily pushed back by opponents' shots, and rallies have good distance. However, it's not a particularly bouncy racket, so technique is required to generate power. The backhand is easy to swing through, making it suitable even for those who struggle with backhand drives.
I think it's best to stick with Yasaka rubbers. Rakza 7, in particular, has a very grippy feel.
I think it's more suited to technical players like Aida than power players.
Overall Speed Spin Control Touch Hardness little hard
Recommended rubber (Forehand) Rakza 7
Recommended rubber (Backhand) RISING DRAGON Ⅱ
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Digger （Experience：１１〜２０ years） Just hold the ball
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2025/07/20
I've been using it for about half a year.
It has a decent bounce for a wooden attack racket, and quite a bounce for a cut racket.
The ball holding and hitting feel are unique and peculiar to cypress, so I think people's preferences will differ. Personally, the one that feels the most similar to it was the new Defense II. Until I got used to it, I kept over-missing. Counters were especially difficult. Also, because the surface is round, I think it is difficult to handle if you swing it with all your might.
You can cut just by being conscious of holding the ball. Straight and deep cuts come out naturally.
It is very easy to attack with a two-handed drive, just like Hideta.
I recommend other rackets except for cut players who focus on attack.Overall Speed Spin Control Touch Hardness little hard
Recommended rubber (Forehand) RAKZA Z EXTRA HARD
Recommended rubber (Backhand) HYBRID K3FX
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Gowasuke （Experience：４〜５ years） If you want to be an all-rounder, this is it!
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2024/12/08
・Drive, block
Forehand drives can be hit like a carbon racket even in the front, middle, and back courts if you hit it like you are hitting it rather than rubbing it. Loops are also easy to do because the racket has good ball control. Back drives are easy to swing and stable. The racket is flexible, so the arc is high. Blocks are stable because the racket is thick, without being pushed by the opponent's ball power.
・Cut, push
For cuts, lower your body as you swing to send a low, sinking cut. Backhand rubber is affected by rotation, so it is important to drop the racket from above. For cuts, it is important to swing with less force because the racket absorbs the power of the opponent's drive. Pushing is also easy to do if you relax and rub the surface.
Overall Speed Spin Control Touch Hardness Little soft
Recommended rubber (Forehand) DNA PLATINUM XH
Recommended rubber (Backhand) REDMONKEY Spin
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Table tennis coach Ishitsubute （Experience：１１〜２０ years） Racket that modern cutters should use
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2024/03/30
First of all, let me say that it is probably not suitable for cutters other than Aida and other players who place high in national tournaments.
I tried it on Rakuza 7.
We recommend a different rubber.
The reason is that it bounces too much and I can't control the cut.
Suitable players are those who like the feel of wood, want the bounce, like the feel of cypress at impact, can't use special materials, like 3-ply plywood, like thick racket, or who like the back surface. Recommended for players who are unique and fight in the front team.
It is also recommended for large ball players.
It's such a good racket that I'm even thinking about changing from my current racket.Overall Speed Spin Control Touch Hardness Little soft
Recommended rubber (Forehand) V＞15 Extra
Recommended rubber (Backhand) Evolution MX-P
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Ishitsubute （Experience：１１〜２０ years） Not suitable for cut man
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2022/11/14
First of all, let me say one word.
I tried the trial hit with Rakza 7.
The reason is that the cut cannot be suppressed due to too much momentum.
Suitable players are those who like the feeling of wood, want momentum, like the feel of cypress at impact, cannot use special materials, like three plywood, like thick racket, etc., or a back side. is recommended for players who are different and fight in the front team.
It is also recommended for large ball players.
It's a good racket that I'm worried about changing from my current racket.Overall Speed Spin Control Touch Hardness Soft
Recommended rubber (Forehand) Rakza 7
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