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📅 Custom belts are handmade to order rather than pulled from stock. The estimated timeline is listed in the Pre-Order box directly under the Add to Cart button. When capacity allows, a rush upgrade is available at checkout to shorten that window. This upgrade must be selected when placing the order and cannot be added afterward. This lead time ensures our craftsmen have sufficient time to create your personalized belt with the attention to detail it deserves. Thanks for your understanding.
📧 Pre-order now and you'll receive the following email updates:
a provisional shipping estimate a few days after placing the order.
the precise shipping estimate when the item has moved through various stages of production.
door-to-door tracking once the order has shipped.
✅ Because these belts are made to order and unique, they cannot be returned or exchanged. So please make sure to double check all the details before completing your order. Once we start working on the belt, no changes will be accepted. All sales are final.
🤩 Trust in ChokeSports.com, Isami's official international partner since 2006, to deliver nothing but the best!
Description
Lightweight Comfort, Built for Daily Training
The Isami BJJ Black Belt Lightweight is thinner, softer and easier to tie than traditional stiff belts. It breaks in fast and stays secure during long rolling sessions. As the official international distributor for Isami, ChokeSports brings you authentic Japanese design with quick customization and fast turnaround. Upgrade your training with a belt built for movement—order yours today.
Built for Comfort and Movement
Thin, soft, and flexible: Ties effortlessly and stays put.
Faster production: Pre-made construction means quicker delivery.
Ideal for daily use: Our softest and quickest-to-break-in BJJ black belt.
This belt appeals to practitioners who want mobility over stiffness. Its soft profile feels broken-in immediately while still keeping clean edges and a stable knot. You get full ChokeSports customization options with a shorter wait than our handcrafted Made in Japan premium belts.
Customization by experts: Non-integrated embroidery applied cleanly over stitch lines.
Global craftsmanship: Produced in China, customized in Japan with ChokeSports precision.
This belt delivers a professional look and dependable durability. You can choose English or Japanese embroidery, multiple rank bar styles, and embroidered degrees that never peel. As specialists in Isami gear, we ensure every detail meets the expectations of serious BJJ practitioners. Customize your Lightweight belt today.
🧵 CUSTOM EMBROIDERY
Personalize your new jiu-jitsu black belt with beautiful embroideries in English and in Japanese. There are six fonts to choose from and 10 different colors. We reserve about 8in 20cm of each belt end for embroideries. Long text will be resized to fit within that space.
NON-INTEGRATED EMBROIDERY
The Isami BJJ Black Belt Lightweight features non-integrated embroideries. The embroidery is applied over the belt stitch lines to create a really clean look, but there will be a reverse trail on the back side.
RANK BAR AND DEGREES
You can choose what your rank bar will look like: the classic red with white borders, plain red, plain navy blue or even plain white, as some top fighters have been using lately.According to IBJJF regulations, the black belt must have a 10cm/4in rank bar on one end.You can also order embroidered degrees that will never fall off, unlike the usual sports tape stripes.
🚿 BELT WASHING INSTRUCTIONS
In Japan it is uncommon to wash the obi martial arts belt. However many of our international customers like to wash their belts. We recommend hand washing (with hand soap) and hang drying in the shade.
Please note that regular washing will accelerate the belt's aging process and might cause it to shrink further than estimated. It will still be functional and last for many years though.
Soft and lightweight Isami BJJ Black Belt
Sizes A0 to A5
100% cotton, 42mm width, 9 stitch lines
For training and competition
Different rank bar styles
Stitched degrees that never fall off
Custom non-integrated embroidery
Pre-made in China and personalized by our team in Japan
In Stock items usually ship within 3-5 work days as some items are stored in different warehouses.
Pre-Order items ship as soon as the items are ready (please refer to current production times in the product page).
Customs duties and taxes are not pre-paid and you are responsible for paying these at the time of delivery (if there are any). Click here to know more.
✈️ Express delivery and door-to-door tracking. ⏳ The delivery time kicks in once we have dispatched your order. 📦 We dispatch orders from our warehouse in Japan on regular business days (Mon-Fri). 📑 A signature is usually required upon delivery to ensure your package is received safely and securely.
Receive return authorization after purchase verification
Print and include your order receipt in the return package
Ship items to our warehouse using a tracked & insured method
Important: We are not responsible for returns lost or damaged during shipping.
Fees and Refunds
For Unshipped Orders:
A 5% fee applies to cover payment processing charges
95% of the order value will be refunded to your original payment method
For Shipped Returns:
A 5% restocking fee applies
Original shipping costs are non-refundable
Customer is responsible for return shipping
Refunds process to original payment method
Store Credit Option:
Request store credit instead of refund
No processing fees apply
Valid for future purchases on ChokeSports.com
Refund Timeline
Processing time: 5 business days after receiving return
Credit card refunds: 5-10 business days to appear
Store credit: Immediate upon return approval
Damaged or Incorrect Orders
Contact us within 48 hours of delivery with:
Order number
Photos of damaged/incorrect items
Description of the issue
For verified claims:
Return shipping costs covered by ChokeSports
No restocking fee charged
Full refund or replacement provided
Note: Claims must be filed within 48 hours due to insurance claim limitations
Unclaimed Packages
Packages refused or unclaimed will be disposed of by carrier
No refund will be issued for unclaimed orders
Contact support immediately if you cannot accept delivery
Payment & Security
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 55 reviews.
Isami Belt. Great product. Easy to communicate with the head ofc. Although I found out that other brands gives free stripes. I understand it’s every couple of years but I think its a cool promotion to have or atleast have instructions when you want to add bar/stripes
Store owner replied:
Dear Paolo,Thank you for your 5-star review of the Isami BJJ Black Belt Basic! We're glad you found the product great and our communication helpful.Thank you for the feedback about the stripes. We'd like to clarify that we do offer a professional stripe-adding service for your belt - you can request this through our customer support team at any time. While it's not free, we ensure the same high-quality craftsmanship that went into making your original belt.Your photo standing next to Master Royler Gracie looks so cool! We actually custom made a Red-Black Coral Belt for him a while ago.Thank you for your recommendation and for helping us improve our service with your feedback.Best regards,The ChokeSports Team
Isami Belt. Great product. Easy to communicate with the head ofc. Although I found out that other brands gives free stripes. I understand it’s every couple of years but I think its a cool promotion to have or atleast have instructions when you want to add bar/stripes
Store owner replied:
Dear Paolo,Thank you for your 5-star review of the Isami BJJ Black Belt Basic! We're glad you found the product great and our communication helpful.Thank you for the feedback about the stripes. We'd like to clarify that we do offer a professional stripe-adding service for your belt - you can request this through our customer support team at any time. While it's not free, we ensure the same high-quality craftsmanship that went into making your original belt.Your photo standing next to Master Royler Gracie looks so cool! We actually custom made a Red-Black Coral Belt for him a while ago.Thank you for your recommendation and for helping us improve our service with your feedback.Best regards,The ChokeSports Team
Isami BJJ Black Belt Basic. This belt is made with quality. I like that it is not too stiff and feels perfect around the waist. I recommend buying.
Store owner replied:
Hello Brian. Thanks for the positive feedback. It's great to have you as a customer after so many years. We still remember the first color belt you got from us in 2015 😍. Time flies! It's an honor for us to have you wearing our black belts. Best regards from your friends at ChokeSports.com.
Isami BJJ Black Belt Basic. This belt is made with quality. I like that it is not too stiff and feels perfect around the waist. I recommend buying.
Store owner replied:
Hello Brian. Thanks for the positive feedback. It's great to have you as a customer after so many years. We still remember the first color belt you got from us in 2015 😍. Time flies! It's an honor for us to have you wearing our black belts. Best regards from your friends at ChokeSports.com.
Excellent quality!. isami and chokesports really deliver, best belts on the planet
Store owner replied:
Hey Yevgeni we're very honored to have your repeat business. Thanks for leaving your review and posting a photo. We're happy to know that the third degree black belt we made was awarded together with such a beautiful certificate from the sensei. All the best from everyone at ChokeSports.com!
Excellent quality!. isami and chokesports really deliver, best belts on the planet
Store owner replied:
Hey Yevgeni we're very honored to have your repeat business. Thanks for leaving your review and posting a photo. We're happy to know that the third degree black belt we made was awarded together with such a beautiful certificate from the sensei. All the best from everyone at ChokeSports.com!
New belt. Very happy with the new belt. Thank you.
Store owner replied:
Hey Martin, we're thrilled to hear about your positive experience shopping here at ChokeSports. Your custom Ronin (浪人) belt with white embroidery looks sweet! Best regards from the ChokeSports team.
New belt. Very happy with the new belt. Thank you.
Store owner replied:
Hey Martin, we're thrilled to hear about your positive experience shopping here at ChokeSports. Your custom Ronin (浪人) belt with white embroidery looks sweet! Best regards from the ChokeSports team.
Genesis Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. --Customer service perfect.--Quality--the highest quality belt I've ever had, by far.Shipping--kept me informed in a very timely fashion throughout the process.Communication--Every time I order their attention to detail and specificity impress me more.Overall Assessment: Truly outstanding!Jeff Leibowitz, OwnerGenesis Martial Arts School, 34 Merrick Avenue, Merrick NYBjjgenesis.com
Except belt. This belt is my memorial black belt for my father. I wear it everyday and it helps me remember him. Thank you so much chokesports. Excellent craftsmanship. Will be buying black belts for my students from you from here on out
good product and fast delivery. I ordered this belt because I needed it fast for a graduation at the school. Eventually the plan is to to order one of the custom made Isami black belts like the one my instructor Leozinho Vieira has.
good product and fast delivery. I ordered this belt because I needed it fast for a graduation at the school. Eventually the plan is to to order one of the custom made Isami black belts like the one my instructor Leozinho Vieira has.
The black belt I ordered is fantastic. The personalization was spot-on and beautifully detailed. Although it’s the basic model, it feels amazing—ultra-light yet still firm and balanced. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for quality and craftsmanship. The customer service was excellent, and the rushed production option was worth every cent—my belt was completed and dispatched even earlier than expected. Delivery was fast and secure.
Store owner replied:
Hello Rodrigo,Thank you for this fantastic review and for choosing ChokeSports for your first belt! We're thrilled to hear how much you appreciated the craftsmanship and personalization on your Isami BJJ Black Belt Basic. Even the “basic” model carries that unmistakable Japanese quality and balance.We noticed you’ve already ordered the premium handmade version — great choice! You’ll definitely feel the difference in the craftsmanship and finishing details.If you get a chance, we’d love to see a photo of your belt in action — feel free to share it or tag us on social with #chokesports.Best regards,The ChokeSports Team
Solidly well crafted belt; the order time and shipping experience was a bit laggy, though updates were provided, when available.
Store owner replied:
Dear Jef,Thank you for the excellent 5-star review of your personalized Isami BJJ Black Belt! We're thrilled to hear you're impressed with the solid craftsmanship of your belt.Regarding the production timeline, we appreciate your patience during the manufacturing process. While we understand the wait may have felt long, we're glad we could deliver your custom belt within our standard 20-business-day production window, even with our winter break period (December 26 - January 5) in between. We always strive to keep our customers informed about their order status and appreciate you noting our communication efforts.If you have a moment, we'd love to see a photo of you wearing your new black belt! Feel free to share it here or on your social media with #chokesports.Best regards,The ChokeSports Team
I appreciate the care and craftsmanship that went into this product. I was able to get my instructor a quality belt made with meaning and significance. My understanding was that the belt would arrive sooner than it did. I then learned that the company was on some form of summer break. It was communicated that this was the case, or at least my understanding, and I reframed my expectations. A company that seems to take care of their own wellbeing as well as producing quality product. I appreciate that. Well done to you all.
Store owner replied:
Dear Mark,Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughtful 5-star review of the Isami BJJ Black Belt Basic. We're thrilled to hear that you appreciate the care and craftsmanship that went into creating this special belt for your instructor.We sincerely apologize for any confusion regarding the delivery timeline, especially with our summer break. Your recognition of our efforts to balance quality production with employee well-being means a great deal to us. The journey to black belt is truly remarkable, and we're proud to play a small part in recognizing your instructor's achievement. If you have a moment, we'd love to see a photo of your instructor with their new belt (-:Thank you again for your recommendation and support!Best regards,The ChokeSports Team
I found he belt itself and the stitching to be of low quality. I was pretty disappointed. I think I could have gotten the same cheap on Amazon and then had it embroidered. I would not recommend this product
Store owner replied:
Hello Chris,Thank you for sharing your feedback on the Isami BJJ Black Belt Basic. We're sorry to hear that the belt did not meet your expectations. We appreciate you taking the time to discuss your concerns with Lisa and for providing detailed feedback through photos.It sounds like there might have been a mismatch between your expectations and what this particular model offers. As Lisa mentioned, this belt is designed to be our softest and lightest option, focusing on comfort and a quick break-in period. We understand, however, that every practitioner's needs are different, and what works for one may not suit another.Regarding the quality concerns, especially the fraying, we take such feedback seriously as it helps us improve. We are committed to ensuring our products meet high standards, and we apologize if this experience has fallen short.If you're considering a replacement, perhaps our made-in-Japan model would better meet your expectations regarding durability and craftsmanship. We recognize it’s a more significant investment, but it reflects the highest standards of our product line.We value your input and are here to help find a solution that better meets your needs. Please feel free to continue this conversation with Lisa if you would like to discuss potential options or adjustments.Best regards,The ChokeSports Team
Overall experience was great and I was very happy with my belt, thank you choke sports
I have practiced BJJ for 16 years. I ordered a new black belt and paid for a first degree strip to be included on my belt. The belt itself is fine good quality and the length was good, the red area for the strip was smaller then I am used too and I was super disappointed with the white stripe, what a joke :( I hate sending things back so just ended up covering the tiny ridiculous stripe they put on with a piece white tape.
Store owner replied:
Hi Greg. We are sad to hear that you do not like the rank bar and stripe on your new belt. We can assure you however that your belt was custom made with the same rank bar and stripe specifications we use on all our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu belts. So in this case it's really a matter of personal preference, it seems. Kind regards from ChokeSports.com
Hello guys!!Hope everyone is doing well!My first order was the instructor isami black belt..amazing quality, shipment was fast..I'm very happy and in love with the quality and style of the belt. Just for that I order a second Isami black belt just regular red band..but I'm not received any updated yet..and is concerned about it..That I'm wonder if you guys has the order? Can someone help me with that?please..otherwise the quality and the style of the Isami belts arw anaizing..I definitely recomend Isami and choke sport to everyone..Feel free to contact me for more info about Isami bts and choke sport service keep the good work guys!🙋♂️🙋♂️🤙🤙🥋🥋
This belt is great! I ordered one years ago and it breaks in beautifully and the Tetron material, besides sounding cool, never fades so the black coloring is still as fresh as it ever was. So I recently ordered another one for my wife and it looks like it is even better quality than the previous one. Excellent, well built belts that last a super long time!
I was incredibly impressed by your company's experience, efficiency and, above all, your EXCELLENT attention to detail. Every single step of the way, from the time I placed my order to the moment I picked up my perfectly wrapped, and timely shipped belt, I was kept apprised (perfectly) as to the EXACT status of my order. I can say-- unequivocally--that I haven't experienced such detailed excellence in customer relations in a very long time, if ever. It has been my honor to work with people like you who take such pride in your work. There is so much we as Americans can learn from our Japanese friends, and I cannot thank you enough for a wonderful AND TRULY PERFECTLY EXECUTED transaction. It is my honor to order my martial arts belts from a company that takes such pride in its, communication, workmanship, and to REITERATE in its ATTENTION TO DETAIL.I was truly impressed, even inspired to see such ideals still carry great meaning to you. Thank you, Jeff Leibowitz, Owner Genesis Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 34 Merrick Avenue,Merrick, NY 11566 516 943 7524
From the get-go, everyone I communicated with short a genuine interest in getting my measurements correct and the proper belts for me. The communication was extremely fast and very helpful as everyone stayed in touch every single step of the way. The belts game exactly when I was told they would, and everything was designed precisely according to the specifications I'd asked for. I am already using your company again, and I'm also opening a wholesale account to use you for large-scale purchases on a long-term basis. Better services and better products would be impossible! I cannot thank you enough.
