Nittaku Hina Hayata H2

The Nittaku Hina Hayata H2 excels at looping. With Victas V22 Double Extra on the backhand and Stiga Mantra Pro XH on the forehand, I appreciate the blade’s superior craftsmanship.

Like all Nittaku blades, the Hayata H2 boasts exceptional quality. The playful caption, “Flexibility and Strength create Hina Voltage,” evokes Hina’s energetic playing style.

Coming from the Nittaku Acoustic Carbon (outer), I found its speed overwhelming at times. Seeking more control, I opted for the H2, an OFF- blade that grants a comfortable feel for looping at various speeds.

Confined to near-table play, the Hayata H2 shines in looping close to the table, just off the table, or mid-range. It provides a safer, more stable loop compared to the Acoustic Carbon, increasing the likelihood of landing balls.

The inner carbon construction allows for effortless light and heavy pushes. Blocking is equally easy, with feedback ranging from medium to hard based on grip pressure. I was surprised to successfully block a heavy loop to the opposite corner, a shot that would have escaped my previous blade.

The stability at all speeds is the blade’s greatest asset. Thanks to the favorable exchange rate, I purchased the blade and rubbers from tt-japan.net at a reasonable price.