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Updated: 29 Mar 2024

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Katana & Wakizashi Daisho Koshirae (Koshirae-07)

$3,699.59

■Size :
(Katana) Scabbard: Approx. 76.0 cm , Handle: 25.5 cm , Overall: 102.0 cm
(Wakizashi) Scabbard: Approx. 56.0 cm , Handle: 16.0 cm , Overall: 74.0 cm

■Weight:
(Katana) Approx. 584 g
(Wakizashi) Approx. 471 g

■Material

Tsuba (Handguard) Iron
Saya (Scabbard) Black colored hard wood
Tsuka (Handle) Stingray Skin, Black thread
Fuchi Kashira (Pommel) Copper
Menuki (Hilt Decor) Copper
Kozuka, Kogatana (Small Knife) Copper (handle part)

*1 inch=2.54 cm, 1.0 kg=2.205 pounds
*We use high resolution images. You can enlarge all the photos to see the detail of the blade and sword mountings.

What is NOT included
 The blade is not included in this product.
We sell authentic Japanese swords as well. Available here.

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SKU: Koshirae-07 Categories: ,

Katana & Wakizashi Daisho Koshirae for Samurai Sword (Koshirae-07)

【Overall】

(Katana)

(Wakizashi)

【Handguard】
 These Tsubas’ shapes are categorized Aoi-Gata Tsuba. Aoi is the Japanese name of a plant. One of the most famous Samurais, Tokugawa Ieyasu, who opened the Edo Shogunate, used this plant motif for his family crest. If you focus on the corners of this Tsuba, you will find four heat marks. It is called the Inome (猪の目, boar’s eyes) pattern. In Japan, this design has been used since ancient times. Some people believed that the Inome design would work as an amulet to protect them from evil spirits or fire. Also, it is said it would bring good luck. Today, this pattern is often found in traditional Japanese architectures such as shrines or temples and used Gegyo (懸魚, decoration under the roof, where the roof is jointed) or metal fittings for hiding timber joints.

 The Kiri (桐, paulownia) pattern is designed and colored with golden metal. This plant is composed of three standing straight inflorescences and three leaves. The number of flowers that are blooming at each inflorescence means the ranks of this design. The type of Kiri motif of these Tsubas is called the Gosan-no Kiri (五三の桐). It is famous that one of the most popular Samurais in Japan: Toyotomi Hideyoshi used the Kiri pattern for his family crest. According to a theory, Hideyoshi used Omodaka (沢瀉, arrowhead) pattern as his family crest. However, Oda Nobunaga, a well-known military commander in the Warring States period, permitted Hideyoshi to use the Kiri design. This plant pattern was once used by the imperial family and national leaders of the time. Today, this plant pattern is used as the crest of the Japanese Government.

                          (Katana)                                                     (Wakizashi)

【Scabbard】
 Scabbards are painted with an elegant black color. 

                          (Katana)                                                     (Wakizashi)

【Handle】
 Handles are covered with stingray skin to reinforce the handle and not slip when its owner holds it. The black thread includes the grips with the Hishi-Maki technique, a kind of Tsukamaki method.

                          (Katana)                                                     (Wakizashi)

【Pommel】
 The surface of these Fuchi Kashiras has been decorated with the Nanako-Ji (魚子地) technique. By hitting with the Nanako-Ji Tagane (魚子地鏨, chisel used for this technique), it makes delicate fish egg-shaped protrusions and shows us the maker’s expert skill. Also, these Fuchi Kashiras are bordered by golden lines. It gives gorgeousness and tightens the entire design.

                          (Katana)                                                     (Wakizashi)

【Hilt Decor】
 These Menukis motifs are Samurai-related items. For example, you would find the Kabuto (兜, Samurai helmet), sword, a bow, and arrow. The bow and arrows were once classical primary weapons for Samurai. So we could imagine that this motif reminded them of battlefields.

 Also, as an arrow goes straight forward, many Samurais loved the arrow pattern because of its fearlessness.
Additionally, each home displayed decorated arrows wishing that it would exorcize evil spirits in the house. This talisman is called Hamaya (破魔矢) in Japanese, and this custom is still kept today. Samurai helmet and sword, these are also the equipment for battles. Samurais might have chosen these motifs wishing success in life as a warrior. 

                          (Katana)                                                     (Wakizashi)

【Small Knife】
 Kozuka is the small knife stored in Kozuka Hitsu (groove of the sheath of the Japanese sword). Initially, Samurai used it for cutting wood or attacking enemies in an emergency. This Kozuka is put into the Wakizashi’s scabbard. Many Tsubas (handguards) have two holes to put Kozuka and Kougai (equipment used as a comb or chopsticks) next to Nakagoana (a hole of the Tsuba to put sword). So that Samurai didn’t need to draw his sword out of the scabbard when he wanted to use Kozuka or Kougai. It is said that Kozuka was used as a craft knife rather than a weapon.

 Same as Menukis, this Kozuka is also decorated with the Samurai’s weapon, a Japanese sword. Even the intricate parts of sword mountings are depicted carefully. We hope you would enjoy such details too.

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【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. If you prefer other payment method, please contact us. After confirming your payment, we will apply for an export permit. You may either pay in JPY, USD, AUD, EUR 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. We will use DHL instead for those who ordered from Canada or Australia as EMS temporarily stops shipping to these countries due to COVID-19. We offer Free International Shipping as long as we can ship your order by either EMS or DHL (Australia, Canada only). 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. 

*Please keep in mind that due to the spread of COVID-19, there might be possible delays in delivery. If you like to make sure if EMS shipping is available to your country, please contact us.

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. 

 It is essential for us to know that you are happy with your choice of Koshirae and we are prepared to use the best of our ability to serve you.

 

If you like to check more Koshirae, please check the link below.
https://www.samuraimuseum.jp/shop/product-category/sword/koshirae/

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