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Leone1947© MONONOFU collection (2018)

Mononofu: Japanese KIT collection

Mononofu is an ancient Japanese term which means “warrior”. The graphic elements evoke the samurai tradition. The peculiarity of these gloves is that the gloves have different backsides: on the right gloves is visible the well known katana; the warrior is depicted on the left glove along with three ideograms which mean “brave”, “samurai” and “battle”. Common element of both gloves are the koi carps. The legend narrates of a strong and proud carp that swam up on a hill with the promise to be turn into a dragon. Brave, patience, tenacity and intelligence are the elements that links the carp and warrior. This glove is made with an anti-shock padding that, combined with the PU coating of superior quality, is able to guarantee maximum protection and an high level of performance. The air cool mesh guarantee maximum transpiration. 
The Mononofu line of Leone1947 include the rashguard made of polyester with elastane fibres which guarantee comfort and freedom of movement. This technical “super compression” t-shirt is ideal for all high-intensity workouts because it ensures high performances and guarantees a thermostatic temperature control of body, even in extreme situations of use. Mononofu is an ancient Japanese term which means warrior. The graphic elements of this rashguard narrate the samurai’s tradition, nipponese warriors who used to practise martial arts. “Brave”, “samurai”, “battle” are the ideograms on the front and back of the t-shirt. 
Kick boxing and thai boxe shorts totally made of satin, whit the classic V shape tear which guarantee fluency of the movements. The graphic elements evoke the entire Mononofu line which narrate the Japanese warrior and his values; “brave”, “samurai” and “battle” are the ideograms meaning that are placed along the short. The cuff detail with the koi carp recalls the fluid elements of this fish, this detail entiches the shorts, while the rest of the graphic is coordinated to the collection inspired by oriental style. 

This MMA shorts is rich and full of meanigs; it resumes the elements of the entire Mononofu line. Samurai, carp koi, katana and ideograms evoke the ancient Japanese tradition. AB910 Mononofu guarantees freedom of movement thanks to the wide lateral tear and the elastic lycra insert between the legs. The robust shorts have a practical velcro closure with a reinforced stretch waistband. 
Its structure and the materials used make it a particularly versatile product, suitable for the practice of all combat sports and, more generally, to any type of workout. 

Martine Michieletto, IFMA World Muay Thai Champion, wearing KITSUNE boxing gloves, sports bra and tights.
 Giorgio Petrosyan, K1 World Max Champion, wearing MONONOFU boxing gloves and kick/thai shorts.. PH Andrea Granatiero.
Project made in cooperation with the industrial designer Gaia Menchini.
Leone1947© MONONOFU collection (2018)
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Leone1947© MONONOFU collection (2018)

Mononofu Japanese Boxing Gloves and Kit Collection

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