{"id":67275,"date":"2025-04-20T16:54:01","date_gmt":"2025-04-20T07:54:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/?post_type=product&p=67275"},"modified":"2026-03-11T18:33:32","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T09:33:32","slug":"antique-fuchi-kashira-for-samurai-sword-f-32","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/product\/antique-fuchi-kashira-for-samurai-sword-f-32\/","title":{"rendered":"Antique Fuchi Kashira for Samurai Sword (F-32)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Title: Kiky\u014d Karakusa-Zu<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Description<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0Kiky\u014d Karakusa (\u6854\u6897\u5510\u8349) is engraved on this fuchi-kashira (the metal collar and pommel fitting of a Japanese sword handle). The design combines two traditional Japanese motifs: karakusa (\u5510\u8349, arabesque) and kiky\u014d (\u6854\u6897, balloon flower).<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0The karakusa motif consists of elegantly swirling vines and leaves. This pattern, which originally came to Japan from ancient Chinese decorative arts, was adapted into Japanese aesthetics and became a common motif in sword fittings, textiles, ceramics, and more. In Japanese symbolism, the ever-extending vines of the karakusa are associated with vitality, longevity, and prosperity, reflecting the way ivy or vines grow vigorously and without interruption. It also represents the continuity of generations and family lineage\u2014values deeply rooted in traditional Japanese society.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0The kiky\u014d\u00a0is a delicate, star-shaped flower with five pointed petals, typically blooming in summer to early autumn. It has been loved in Japan since the Heian period (794\u20131185) and frequently appears in waka and tanka (traditional Japanese poetry), as well as in classical painting. The root of the kiky\u014d plant is known in traditional herbal medicine (kampo) for its medicinal properties, particularly in treating throat and respiratory ailments.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0Interestingly, the name \u201ckiky\u014d\u201d was originally written and pronounced as \u201ckichik\u014d\u201d (\u5409\u66f4 or \u5409\u52b9), and over time it evolved into the current reading. The phonetic similarity between \u201ckichik\u014d\u201d and \u201ckikky\u014d\u201d (\u5409\u51f6, meaning “good and bad fortune”) led to the flower being associated with fortune-telling in ancient Japan. The phrase “kikky\u014d wo uranau” (\u5409\u51f6\u3092\u5360\u3046) literally means \u201cto divine good or bad fortune,\u201d and it is believed that the flower\u2019s name contributed to its auspicious symbolism. In this context, the kiky\u014d motif came to represent good luck, protection, and positive change.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0*As this item is an antique, please check each photo and ensure its condition.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is Fuchi Kashira?<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u00a0Fuchi Kashira is a kind of metal fitting of the Japanese sword, which improves the handle’s strength. Fuchi Kashira is a combination of two parts; Fuchi and Kashira. Fuchi was put next to Tsuba (hand-guard), and Kashira was put on the grip bottle. Fuchi Kashira had developed not only its practicality but also beauty for the decoration of the Japanese sword.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why is it that the sword mounting was important for Samurai?<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u00a0The sword mountings of the Japanese sword have many kinds of decorations such as handguards (Tsuba), sword hilt (Menuki), pommel (Fuchi Kashira). The Japanese sword worked as a weapon and as an object to show who he was. For example, it shows their personalities and beliefs. You could say that it is like decorations for smartphones today. We recommend you zoom in on the pictures of the sword fittings. When you do so, you can see the skill of Japanese metal engraving techniques. They are mainly made of iron and copper with inlays of gold, silver, and bronze. When it comes to handguard (Tsuba), each one has a different outline and weight. These sword fittings that have lived with Japanese swords of the same age might be worth as much as the Japanese swords. They are inconspicuous parts of the Japanese sword. Nevertheless, if you are knowledgeable or particular about it, you will become a connoisseur of the Samurai.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u3010About us\u3011<\/span><\/strong>
\n\u00a0Samurai 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. <\/span><\/p>\n

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\u3010Payment method\u3011<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u00a0We accept payment through Stripe<\/strong> (Credit card), PayPal<\/strong>, Apple Pay or ChromePay, all of which are secure payment methods. Also, you don\u2019t 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<\/strong>, USD<\/strong>, AUD<\/strong>, CAD<\/strong>, EUR<\/strong>, CHF<\/strong> or GBP<\/strong>. The price is set in Japanese Yen. Prices in other currencies are automatically calculated based on the latest exchange rate.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u3010Shipping duration\u3011<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u00a0We 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.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0We offer Free International Shipping<\/strong><\/span> as long as we can ship your order by EMS. If you prefer other shipping carriers, please contact us.<\/span>
\n\u00a0We will inform you of the order’s tracking number via email. Please make sure you fill out your valid email address correctly.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u3010How to make sure the condition\u3011<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u00a0Please 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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0It is essential for us to know that you are happy with your choice of Fuchi Kashira and we are prepared to use the best of our ability to serve you.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u00a0Would you like see some more Fuchi Kashira for sale? Please check the link below. We hope you can find your favorite Fuchi Kashira.<\/span>
\nhttps:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/product-category\/decorations\/fuchigashira\/<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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Delivery Time<\/strong><\/span>: 5 – 14 DAYS<\/span>
\n*Delivery may take longer, depending on countries or holiday seasons.<\/span><\/p>\n

INCLUDED<\/strong>: Wooden box<\/span><\/p>\n

Title: Kiky\u014d Karakusa-Zu<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Signature: NO SIGNED<\/span>
\nAge: Edo period<\/span>
\nMaterial: Copper<\/span><\/p>\n

(Fuchi)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
Size<\/span><\/td>\nThickness<\/span><\/td>\nWeight<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3.1cm\u00d72.1cm<\/span><\/td>\n0.8cm<\/span><\/td>\n15g<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

(Kashira)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
Size<\/span><\/td>\nThickness<\/span><\/td>\nWeight<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3.2cm\u00d71.8cm<\/span><\/td>\n0.6cm<\/span><\/td>\n10g<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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