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$1,032.96Certificate: NBTHK Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Wild Boar Signature:乙柳軒味墨(Miboku) Age:EDO period Material: 四分一(Shibuichi), mixture of silver and copper A Shibuichi Tsuba sloping four corners shape with a KODUKA hole. A wild boar is engraved and inlaid with gold on the face. Its creator Shozui Hamano(1696-1769), was a pupil of Toshinaga Nara. He used his “Go” (like artist name) such as Miboku. Eyes of boar are also used as a pattern for metalworks called “Inome Monyou” in Japanese. This pattern looks like a heart mark and works as an amulet. It’s believed that it would protect us from evil spirits. This Tsuba is recognized by The Society for…
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$469.53Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Houou and Paulownia Signature: NO SIGNED Age: Edo period Material: Copper Fuchi Kashira made of copper. Houou is designed on Fuchi and Kashira. Houou is a member of four fantasy animals which is called “Shirei” with Kirin (Qilin), Kame (Turtle) and Ryu (Dragon) and it’s a god beast looks like a combination of chicken and peacock. It was considered as an auspicious sign in ancient China, and it was believed that Houou would show up when the brilliant emperor appeared. People appreciate its graceful shape in Japan. Some Kiri (paulownia) are engraved around Houou. It’s believed that Houou rests at the paulownia tree…
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$751.24Certificate: NTHK Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Goto-style, Kachimushi and Autumn Plants Signature: 中川一勝・稲雲 (Nakagawa Isshou) Age: late Edo period (1781-1867) Material: Silver This Fuchi Kashira, made from silver, has the design of dragonflies and autumn plants. Dragonfly has been inhabiting since a long time ago in Japan. As they bag preys quickly, its brave figure was sometimes the object of belief. During the Warring States period, the dragonfly was called “Kachimushi” because of its fearless character; it moves only forward, not backward. Above all, it is said that the dragonfly pattern combined with the iris flower or the arrow was pleased. Iris flower is called “Shoubu” in…
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$610.39Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Daikokuten and Ebisu God Signature: NO SIGNED Age: Edo period Material: Copper This Fuchi Kashira was made from copper. Daikokuten is designed on this Kashira. Daikokuten and Ebisu God are two of the Seven Gods of Good Fortune, called Shichifukujin in Japanese. Generally, Daikokuten holds Uchide no Koduchi (small mallet) and a big and stands on straw rice bags. That’s why this God is related to food. On the other hand, Ebisu God has a fishing pole and a sea bream so that it was the God of fishing originally. Ports will be done well by the comings and goings of ships. Safe…
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$685.51Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Ishiguro-style, Mandarin Ducks on Japanese Apricot Signature: 石黒政明 (Ishiguro Masaaki) Age: Edo period, Tenpou era (1831-1845) Material: Copper This Fuchi Kashira was made of copper. Masaaki Ishiguro was a pupil of Masatsune Ishiguro, who opened Ishiguro school. Ishiguro school became famous metalwork school and they were typically good at flowers and birds designs. Its creator’s name, Masaaki, is engraved on the side of Fuchi. Two birds that stay on Japanese apricot trees are designed on this Fuchi Kashira. These birds might be mandarin ducks. Male of mandarin ducks has bright red color so people appreciate their catchy appearance. This bird pattern represents happy…
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$591.60Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Samurai Legend Signature: 玉川信義 (Tamagawa Nobyoshi), 義照 (Yoshiteru) Age: Edo period Material: Copper Fuchi made of copper. Usually, Fuchi Kashira combines one Fuchi and one Kashira, but this item contains three Fuchi parts. Please pay attention the fact that Kashira part isn’t included. Probably, each of them was made for different Japanese sword, and even its creator is different by seeing its signature. The thickest Fuchi, it might describe a battle because Samurai who is engraved on it looks he has just jumped into the ship. He wears gorgeous Samurai armor so that he is a high-ranked Samurai. Waves are engraved as a…
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$281.72Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Geometric Patterns Tsuba Set Signature:NO SIGNED Age:EDO period Material: Iron Iron Tsuba set oval shape with KODUKA hole. Tsuba A and B, both of them are decorated with openwork. Tsuba A is the combination of circle and triangle, Tsuba B is the continuous semicircle pattern. According to a theory, triangle pattern will protect us from evil spirits. Size Thichness Nakagoana Weight A 6.6cm×6.3cm B 6.9cm×6.1cm A 0.25cm B 0.2cm A 2.7cm×0.9cm B 2.8cm×0.7cm A 70g B 70g You can enlarge all the photos to see the detail of the item. T000187
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$131.47Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Grapes Signature: NO SIGNED Age: Edo period Material: Iron An iron Tsuba Aori shape with a KOUGAI hole Grapes are engraved on the surface. As it bears many bunches of fruits, the grape pattern represents fertility, life, longevity, and rich harvest. This fruit pattern is often designed with squirrel and used for pottery or costume for Noh (a kind of classical Japanese dance-drama) since the Azuchi-Momoyama period (1568-1600) in Japan. It’s also a good omen pattern. This Tsuba is more significant than many other Tsuba, which we treat in our online shop. You would enjoy its weight and texture of the iron. Size…
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$65.73Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Geometric Pattern on Mokkou Tsuba Signature:NO SIGNED Age:EDO period Material: Shakudo (mixture of copper and gold) A Shakudo Tsuba Mokkou shape with a KODUKA hole. Mokkou shape, its base form was eggs in nests. As a cross section of Mokkou looks similar to this design, it’s named Mokkou shape later. The same geometric is engraved, it might describe some plants. Size Thichness Nakagoana Weight 6.3cm×5.5cm 0.2cm 2.5cm×0.8cm 64g You can enlarge all the photos to see the detail of the item. T000011
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$309.89Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Heianjo-style, Mitsudomoe Karakusa Hane Zu Signature: NO SIGNED Age: EDO period Material: Iron This circled iron tsuba is designed with Mitsudomoe pattern shaped openwork. Mitsu-Domoe pattern is the combination of three Tomoe patterns. There are some theories about the origin of Tomoe pattern. It’s said that Magatama(comma-shaped accessory) is its origin. Tomoe pattern represents water so, it’s believed that this pattern will prevent fire accidents. Mitsu-Domoe patterns can also be found as family crests. Karakusa and some Hane are inlaid on both sides of this Tsuba. Karakusa means climbing plants, and Hane means wing in Japanese. Ivy has vitality, and it thrives strongly;…
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$206.59Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Nanban-style, Dragons and the Orb Signature:NO SIGNED Age:EDO period Material: Iron An Iron Tsuba has a circle shape with KODUKA and KOUGAI holes. There is a small tin ball in the gem, and it moves if you shake this Tsuba. You can listen to its sound. Two dragons are chasing to catch the orb between them. Their long and narrow tongues are characteristic. Arabesque pattern is engraved as a whole so that dragons look like they’re swimming in the sea. Dragon is a mythical animal, and it rises high up into the sky. Therefore, the dragon pattern represents glory or development. Nanban Tsuba…
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$375.62Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Nami Chidori Sukashi Signature: NO SIGNED Age: Edo period Material: Iron An iron Tsuba with KODUKA and KOUGAI holes Waves and several birds are engraved by openwork. Nami means waves, and Chidori means plovers. Nami Chidori pattern represents happy marriage and family safety. It’s a kind of good omen design that has been enjoyed since the Nara period (648-781). Waves are compared to the world, meaning it describes the determination of overcoming difficulties with partners even if they’re small and big waves. Also, a plover pattern is used as a prayer for the victory or achievement of a goal. If you focus on…
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$0.00Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Kinai-style, Kai Dukushi Sukashi Signature:記内(Kinai) Age:EDO period Material: Iron An Iron Tsuba circle shape with KODUKA and KOUGAI holes. Various seashells are engraved by openwork. This pattern is called “Kai Dukushi Mon” in Japanese. Bivalves especially clam, its shell cannot be combined with any other clam’s shell therefore its pattern represents happy marriage. Kinai Tsuba was established in Echizen(Fukui Pref.), and Kinai school flourished very much. Their creations were called “Kinai Bori” or “Echizen Bori” and highly valued. The first Kinai was especially good at Dragon pattern depiction. Myochin Tsuba and Akao Tsuba were also well-known in Echizen. Kinai family got married with…
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$112.69Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Flying Wild Gooses Signature: NO SIGNED Age: Edo period, Bakumatsu (1853-1868) Material: Iron An Iron Tsuba circle shape with a KOZUKA hall. Five wild gooses are engraved with openwork. Wild goose is a migratory bird which represents fall. Its pattern is also called “Karigane” and used for family crests. The design that describes wild gooses are flying diagonally is named “Gankou Mon”. This bird is engraved by not only a realistic figure, but also a very simplified shape: Hiragana (a kind of Japanese letter) “he” shape that sometimes makes also wild goose. Size Thichness Nakagoana Weight 6.9cm×6.2cm 0.4cm 2.7cm×0.8cm 67g You can enlarge…
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$0.00Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Myochin-style, Four Pigeons Signature:明珎宗友(Myochin Munetomo) Age:late EDO period(1781-1867) Material: Iron An Iron Tsuba made in the Edo period. Four pigeons are engraved on each side. As pigeon has been treated as the messenger of Yahatano-Kami (one of the Japanese gods), lots of Samurai admired this bird. They thought pigeon is the symbol of victory. Their eyes are inlaid with gold. Originally, Myochin family’s occupation was armor production. They took over its technique from the early Kamakura period until the Meiji period. Myochin Tsuba is typically made from iron. Its smiths often used Nanban iron, which was imported from India, China, or European countries.…
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$103.30Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Kasukara Mon Marugata Tsuba Signature: NO SIGNED Age: Edo period Material: Iron An Iron Tsuba circle shape with KODUKA and KOUGAI holes. Both sides of this Tsuba are decorated with beautiful Karakusa Mon (Mon means pattern in this case) Karakusa is called arabesque in English. Karakusa pattern is made of vines. As these plants have vitality to grow up, Karakusa pattern represents prosperity and longevity. Also, it’s said that Karakusa pattern has the meaning; it will overcome any difficulties and prosper forever. This Tsuba is smooth to the touch thanks to its iron quality. Size Thichness Nakagoana Weight 6.1cm×7.2cm 0.4cm 2.7cm×0.7cm 110g You…
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$328.67Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Rabbit looking up the Moon Signature:NO SIGNED Age:EDO period Material: Iron An Iron Tsuba has four sloping corners shape with a KODUKA hole. The rabbit looking up the moon is engraved. The moon hid behind clouds a little. The combination of the moon and autumn plants, waves, animals such as rabbits or deers is often expressed. It is a kind of typical motifs that symbolizes fall. Several dots are inlaid with gold, and it makes a mystical atmosphere. The surface of a mountain and plants are engraved on the backside. This Tsuba’s edge is surrounded with rope shape decoration so that it has…
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$309.89Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Sage and Turtle Signature:井上通高(Inoue Michitaka) Age:late EDO period(1781-1867) Material: Iron An Iron Tsuba circle shape with a KODUKA hole. This tsuba might describe a scene of a tradition or legend. An elderly man seems to be a mountain hermit and an animal that looks similar to turtle or soft-shelled turtle are engraved on the front. Mountains and the mountain path are engraved on the back side. Its creator, Michitaka Inoue, he was the second of Inoue school. They worked for Mouri family. He was especially good at circle shape iron Tsuba with plants, flowers and animals patterns by “Nikubori Jisukashi” technique. Size Thichness…
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$338.06Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Shoami-style, Kai Dukushi Signature:正阿弥(Shoami) Age:EDO period Material: Iron An Iron Tsuba circle shape with KODUKA and KOUGAI holes. This Tsuba is designed with “Kai Dukushi” pattern. This pattern is a combination of various seashells. It’s often designed with seaside scene or wave pattern. Bivalves especially clam, its shell cannot be combined with any other clam’s shell therefore its pattern represents happy marriage. Shoami school worked as smiths for Ashikaga Shogunate family. Shogun means the top of Samurai(Japanese soldier) who ruled the entire Japan. Mainly, they have two styles. The first pattern is circle shaped iron Tsuba with openwork, and another type is with…
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$234.76Made in Japan Free Shipping Worldwide Title: Deep in the Mountain Signature:NO SIGNED Age:EDO period Material: Iron An Iron Tsuba oval shape no KODUKA hole neither KOUGAI one. This Tsuba is quite large and heavy compare to other many Tsuba which we treat in our online shop. Nakago Hitsu(center hole of Tsuba to put a sword) looks thick, so its center is thicker than the surrounding area. At a small lodge, people that seems to be monks and farmer are standing close to the river. Mountains and a temple are engraved in the distance and covered by clouds so that it makes mystic atmosphere. On the back side, it might…
