Description
This antique wooden sword stand is ideal for displaying a Japanese sword, especially a Tachi, as shown in the example photos. It can be enjoyed not only as a functional sword stand but also as an elegant interior decoration.
The design features the motif “Peonies with Chinese Lions” (Botan ni Karajishi, 牡丹に唐獅子), originating from the well-known Japanese proverb, “Peonies with Chinese Lions, Bamboo with Tigers” (牡丹に唐獅子、竹に虎), which refers to harmonious and visually striking pairings.
In Japanese culture, the lion (Karajishi, 唐獅子) is considered the king of beasts—strong and invincible—yet it has one weakness: a tiny parasitic insect known as “Shishi-shinchū no mushi” (獅子身中の虫). According to legend, the only cure for this parasite is the dew that forms on peony flowers at night, which is why lions are said to remain close to peonies for protection and survival.
In addition, the sword rest area of the stand features a hōju (宝珠), or sacred jewel. In Japanese tradition, the hōju symbolizes wealth, power, prosperity, and the flourishing fortune of a family. Together, the lion-and-peony motif and the hōju convey themes of strength, the source of its preservation, prosperity, and protection—making this design a deeply symbolic and highly favored choice in traditional Japanese craftsmanship and sword fittings.
*As this product is an antique, there are small scratches and dents on the wood. Please check each photo and ensure its condition.
【About us】
Samurai Museum is located in Tokyo, Japan, exhibiting antique artifacts related to the Samurai history. Samurai Museum Shop is the place for those who are interested in Japanese culture and craftsmanship. We deal with antique Samurai swords/armor, traditional crafts made in Japan and so on.
【Payment method】
We accept payment through Stripe (Credit card), PayPal, Apple Pay or ChromePay, all of which are secure payment methods. Also, you don’t need to make an account on Stripe for the checkout. If you prefer other payment method, please contact us. You may either pay in JPY, USD, AUD, CAD, EUR, CHF or GBP. The price is set in Japanese Yen. Prices in other currencies are automatically calculated based on the latest exchange rate.
【Shipping duration】
We normally ship via EMS (Express Mail Service) provided by Japan Post. It usually takes at least 5-14 days to deliver the package after you place an order. Time of delivery is estimated as accurately as possible by the carrier but does not take into account any delays beyond our control such as by inclement weather, post office holiday seasons.
We offer Free International Shipping as long as we can ship your order by EMS. If you prefer other shipping carriers, please contact us.
We will inform you of the order’s tracking number via email. Please make sure you fill out your valid email address correctly.
*If you like to make sure if EMS shipping is available to your country, please contact us.
【Antique Japanese item and Export process】
After receiving the full payment from you, we will apply for its export permit from the Board of Education to legally export the item to other countries. It normally takes around 2 to 4 weeks to receive this permit. And we would like you to expect at least 1.0 – 1.5 months for your order to arrive at your given address after you ordered.
【How to make sure the condition】
Please keep in mind that what you are going to purchase is an antique item. We uploaded high resolution photos for you to check its condition thoroughly. If you like to see more photos with different angles, please feel free to contact us. We will be happy to send them to you so that you can make informed decision.
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