{"id":9601,"date":"2020-08-18T16:36:01","date_gmt":"2020-08-18T07:36:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/?post_type=product&p=9601"},"modified":"2023-02-22T11:52:15","modified_gmt":"2023-02-22T02:52:15","slug":"wakizashi-koshirae-for-samurai-sword-koshirae-04","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/product\/wakizashi-koshirae-for-samurai-sword-koshirae-04\/","title":{"rendered":"Wakizashi Koshirae for Samurai Sword (Koshirae-04)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wakizashi Koshirae for Samurai Sword (Koshirae-04)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u3010Overall\u3011<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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\u3010Handguard\u3011<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u00a0Oval-shaped brass handguard with Kozuka and Kougai holes<\/span>
\n\u00a0Two Samurai fighting against are engraved. As they ride their horses and wear dignified armor, they could be judged, high-ranked Samurai. This handguard describes a scene of a battle. These Samurai’s faces and motions, the movement of waves, show us a dynamic and uplifting feeling. <\/span>
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\u3010Scabbard\u3011<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u00a0The scabbard is painted with glossy black and brown lacquer. Two different colors coat it alternately; this type of decorative painting is called Fuemaki-Nuri (\u7b1b\u5dfb\u5857). During the refining stage of lacquer, it’s mixed with iron. The luster of the black coat is made from the oxidation effect of iron.
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\u3010Handle\u3011<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u00a0The handle is covered with stingray skin to reinforce the handle and not slip when its owner holds it. The black thread includes the handle with the Hishi-Maki technique, a kind of Tsukamaki method.<\/span>
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\u3010Pommel\u3011<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u00a0Samurai, who wears a gorgeous armor and hold a fan, is engraved on the Kashira. You can also find another Samurai on the Fuchi. It seems he stands on the ship and commands something to his subordinates. There is an interesting legend related a fan at the waterside battle in Heike Monogatari (\u5e73\u5bb6\u7269\u8a9e, The Tale of the Heike). This is a scene during the battle of Yashima (1185), the conflict between Heike (Taira family) and Genji (Minamoto family). Minamoto no Yoshitsune ordered Nasuno Yoichi to shoot the fan that is put at the long pole in enemy’s ship. Yoichi entered in the water riding his horse and released his arrow from the bow. Eventually, his arrow shot the fan and protected Genji’s honor. This pommel might have had inspired by this anecdote. <\/span>
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\u3010Hilt Decor\u3011<\/strong><\/span>
\nSamurai riding horses are designed on both sides.<\/span>
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\u3010Knife Handle\u3011<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u00a0A hart mark is engraved on the handle with the Sukashi-Bori technique (openwork). This mark is Inome-Mon (\u732a\u76ee\u6587), Inome means boar’s eyes. This pattern is used since ancient times, and it looks similar to the heart mark. People believe Inome pattern works as an amulet to protect us from evil spirits or fire accidents. Also, it’s said it brings good luck. This pattern is often found in traditional Japanese architectures such as shrines or temples and used Gegyo (decoration under the roof, where the roof is jointed) or metal fittings for hiding timber joints.<\/span>
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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.<\/span>\u00a0We offer\u00a0Free International Shipping<\/strong><\/span> as long as we can ship your order by EMS. If you prefer other shipping carriers, please contact us. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0We will inform you of the order\u2019s tracking number via email. Please make sure you fill out your valid email address correctly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

*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.<\/span><\/strong><\/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 Koshirae and we are prepared to use the best of our ability to serve you.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you like to check more Koshirae, please check the link below.<\/span>
\nhttps:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/product-category\/sword\/koshirae\/<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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\u25a0Size : Scabbard: Approx. 57.0 cm , Handle: 16.5 cm , Overall: 74.5 cm<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u25a0Weight: Approx. 501 g<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u25a0Material<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Tsuba (Handguard)<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\nBrass<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Saya (Scabbard)<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nBlack and brown colored hard wood<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tsuka (Handle)<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nStingray Skin, Black thread<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Fuchi Kashira (Pommel)<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nCopper<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Menuki (Hilt Decor)<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\nCopper<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kozuka (Knife Handle)<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\nIron (handle part)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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

What is NOT included<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u00a0The blade is not included in this product.<\/span>
\nWe sell authentic Japanese swords as well.<\/span> Available here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":9594,"template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[138,8,126],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-9601","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-samurai-related-items","7":"product_cat-sword","8":"product_cat-koshirae","10":"first","11":"outofstock","12":"shipping-taxable","13":"purchasable","14":"product-type-simple","15":"add-to-wishlist-after_add_to_cart","16":"customify-col","17":"product-has-gallery"},"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/9601","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9594"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9601"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=9601"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=9601"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=9601"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}