{"title":"Iaito","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"tozando-full-custom-iaito","title":"Tozando Full Custom Iaito - Suzaku","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/7890\/4709\/files\/iaito_english_catalog_1436cef7-c49a-4d81-a110-6d5820bd5cb5.pdf?v=1768441403\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"width: 100%;\" alt=\"iaito-catalog-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/7890\/4709\/files\/iaitocatalogproductpage.png?v=1684115851\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTozando's Flagship Iaito\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTozando's Custom Iaito are made exclusively for you at our special Iaito workshop in Gifu Prefecture, with the finest materials and some of the best craftsmanship available today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAn Iaido Instrument First\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Suzaku has great durability and is a secure instrument for iaido practice. Perfectly weighted and balanced, the Suzaku aspires to feel like a Japanese \u003cem\u003eshinken\u003c\/em\u003e sword. Each one of our Iaito is constructed by master artisans with years of swordmaking experience and knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile beautifully made and aesthetical by itself, your Suzaku remains a tool for use in martial arts that has been loved and appreciated throughout the world by deshi and sensei alike for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Iaito, Your Design.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake the Suzaku yours. With our flagship model, you choose every aspect of your iaito, so it is made to fit your practice, level, and taste. Despite the plethora of available options, ordering is straightforward. If you need more details and bigger images, please check our iaito \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/7890\/4709\/files\/iaito_english_catalog_1436cef7-c49a-4d81-a110-6d5820bd5cb5.pdf?v=1768441403\" title=\"Custom Iaito Catalog\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecatalog\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eQuality takes time. Please allow our workshop 3 to 4 months to manufacture your next instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/7890\/4709\/files\/Banner_Blade_Dark.jpg?v=1748398056\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Iaito are made with an aluminum-zinc alloy blade and cannot be sharpened.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe actual product may slightly vary due to product enhancement. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Hantomaki saya color may vary depending the amount of lacquer applied. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tozando","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34182075089029,"sku":"070-IT999","price":697.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/7890\/4709\/products\/TozandoFullcustomIaitosuzaku7.jpg?v=1657874989"},{"product_id":"kendo-kata-iaito","title":"Kendo Kata Iaito","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn elegant, simple, and sturdy daisho set of tachi and kodachi designed specifically for Kendo Kata practice. The blades are made from a specially reinforced zinc\/aluminium alloy that allows them to resist the various strikes and contact sustained in kendo kata practice. Now you can bring even more authenticity to your kata practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough simple, the fittings for the tsuba and tsuka are genuine parts used in traditional sword-making. They are built and assembled by hand in our iaito workshop here in Japan. We chose a simple theme with a choice of tsuba, tsuka-maki, and sageo colors to suit your preferences. You can also choose the style of saya you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a set of two swords; tachi and kodachi - used by the Shidachi when performing the Nihon Kendo no Kata. You can purchase them both as a set or just the tachi or kodachi if you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaito (Tachi) - Blade Length: 2.4 shaku. Tsuka Length: 8.5 sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoto (Kodachi) - Blade Length: 1.5 shaku. Tsuka Length: 5.5 sun.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tozando","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34493005463685,"sku":"070-ITKEN","price":640.32,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/7890\/4709\/products\/SET982-3.jpg?v=1622683958"},{"product_id":"seiryu-hiranami-koshirae-iaito","title":"Seiryu - Hiranami Koshirae Iaito","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Hiranami Koshirae features silver-plated brass Fuchi\/Kashira and an iron-made Tsuba with a stormy sea-wave theme, and silver-plated brass carps for the Menuki. Saya lacquer is available in Kuroishime and Chaishime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures a sand-casted, a bubble-free zinc\/aluminum alloy blade available up to 2.70 shaku. The Tsuka is carefully hand-wrapped with the cotton braid over white Tsukasame and the Sageo matches with the Tsuka color. For those who prefer a Kojiri attachment, this Hiranami Koshirae also offers Kojiri options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Iaito are made with an aluminum zinc alloy blade and cannot be sharpened.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tozando","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34488600592517,"sku":"070-N21[X]","price":684.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/7890\/4709\/products\/SeiryuIaitoHiranamitsubacloseup.jpg?v=1664767406"},{"product_id":"seiryu-kago-koshirae-iaito","title":"Seiryu - Kago Koshirae Iaito","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Kago Koshirae features silver-plated brass Fuchi\/Kashira with baskets theme and an iron-made, bamboo leaves tsuba which matches with the Fuchi\/Kashira theme. Tigers in bamboo bushes are featured as silver-plated brass menuki. Saya lacquer is available in kuroishime and chaishime. A sand-casted, a bubble-free zinc\/aluminum alloy blade available up to 2.70 shaku. Tsuka is carefully hand-wrapped with cotton braids over white tsukasame and the sageo matches the tsuka color. For those who prefer a kojiri attachment, This Kago Koshirae also offers kojiri options for the saya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Iaito are made with an aluminum zinc alloy blade and cannot be sharpened.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tozando","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34488600952965,"sku":"070-N22","price":684.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/7890\/4709\/files\/image1476_1_1_1.jpg?v=1689217726"},{"product_id":"seiryu-tombo-koshirae-iaito","title":"Seiryu - Tombo Koshirae Iaito","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Tombo Koshirae features silver-plated brass fuchi and kashira, an iron-made tsuba and silver-plated brass menuki with dragonflies which was symbols as victory bringers among Samurai warriors. Saya lacquer is available in kuroishime or chaishime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sand-casted, bubble-free zinc\/aluminum alloy blade available up to 2.70 shaku. The tsuka is carefully hand-wrapped with the cotton braid over white tsukasame and the sageo matches with the tsuka color. 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A sand-casted, a bubble-free zinc\/aluminum alloy blade available up to 2.70 shaku. The tsuka is carefully hand-wrapped with cotton braids over black tsukasame and the sageo matches the tsuka color. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tozando","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34488600690821,"sku":"070-N24","price":684.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/7890\/4709\/products\/070-N24_5BD-S_5D-2.jpg?v=1622623350"},{"product_id":"seiryu-sakura-higo-koshirae-iaito","title":"Seiryu - Sakura Higo Koshirae Iaito","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sakura Higo Koshirae features blackened brass fuchi and kashira with a gold-inlaid cherry blossom theme and an iron tsuba with sukashi-style cherry trees as a theme. The saya lacquer is available in kuroishime and chaishime. A sand-casted, bubble-free zinc\/aluminum alloy blade available up to 2.70 shaku. The tsuka is carefully hand-wrapped with cotton braids over black tsukasame and the sageo matches with the tsuka color. The menuki are of course also Sakura-themed. For those who prefer a kojiri attachment, the Sakura Higo Koshirae's saya can be customized with one that matches the sakura theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Iaito are made with an aluminum zinc alloy blade and cannot be sharpened.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tozando","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34488601673861,"sku":"070-N26","price":684.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/7890\/4709\/products\/070-N26_5BD-S_5D-2.jpg?v=1622623336"},{"product_id":"seiryu-aranami-koshirae-iaito","title":"Seiryu - Aranami Koshirae Iaito","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Aranami Koshirae features silver-plated brass fuchi and kashira and iron tsuba, with raging sea-waves theme. The saya lacquer is available in kuroishime or chaishime. A sand-casted, a bubble-free zinc\/aluminum alloy blade available up to 2.70 shaku. The tsuka is carefully hand-wrapped with the cotton braid over white tsukasame and the sageo matches the tsuka color. The menuki's theme is coiled dragons. 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Fans with the rising sun theme on Menuki, bamboo leaves, and fans on iron Tsuba. \u003cbr\u003eGenuine black leather Tsuka cord is wrapped over the blackened Tsukasame and Saya is finished with glossy lacquered Kuroro. Cotton black Sageo is also included. A sand-cased, extra-reinforced zinc\/aluminum alloy blade provides superb balance for the dynamic air-slashing move. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach parts are uncompromisingly hand-assembled by a Japanese sword craftsman, who is an expert in making the genuine Japanese sword, Shinken. The blade is available from 2.20 shaku up to 2.45 shaku. Weight without Saya is approximately 790 grams (for 2.45 shaku). 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His philosophy continues to inspire many Kenshi around the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis special edition of Miyamoto Musashi's Kaneshige Koshirae features the black leather Gangimaki style wrapping known as Musashimaki wrapping, used over blackened stingray skin. Namako Tsuba was designed by Miyamoto Musashi himself.  Menuki is made of gold-plated brass with the bee theme and the Tsukagashira is black and Hamaguri-shaped. \u003cbr\u003eThe unique Shu Urumi lacquered Saya adds a luxurious and dignified appearance. Features A sand-casted, reinforced zinc\/aluminum alloy blade with a reproduction of Fujiwara Kaneshige's Hamon.\u003cbr\u003eThis Iaito weighs approximately 820 grams without the Saya(for 2.45 Shaku). 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When the Tokugawa challenged the Uesugi in 1600, he fought with Uesugi's army. In the battle against the Mogami, he broke through the enemy lines with only eight riders, shattering their formation. After the Uesugi clan's move to the Yonezawa Domain, Toshimasu remained with them, serving as a retainer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe Tensho style Fuchi\/Kashira is made of brass and finished in an antique silver style. Tsuba is quite large and heavy, featuring an eagle on a pine tree. This motif may also be a nod to Maeda Keiji's favorite horse, Matsukaze (literally wind in pine trees). The Menuki are made of silver and feature a large dragon. The Tsuka is bound with blue cotton over red-lacquered stingray skin. A Shuro saya (vermilion gloss finish) helps tie the koshirae together. The Sageo is a unique hand-woven Sanadahimo cord with sophisticated two-tone colors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe extra wide blade is made of sand-cased, reinforced zinc\/aluminum alloy and provides superb balance for dynamic movements. The Hamon pattern reproduces the Kanemoto in fine style. Each part of this koshirae is uncompromisingly hand-assembled by the Japanese sword craftsman, who is an expert in making genuine Japanese swords. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eBlade: available up to 2.70 shaku. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWeight: (without Saya) approximately 1000 gram (for 2.50 shaku). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eProudly made in Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Iaito are made with an aluminum zinc alloy blade and cannot be sharpened.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tozando","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34433401290885,"sku":"070-LGMAEDA","price":902.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/7890\/4709\/products\/070-LGMAEDA-2.jpg?v=1593764145"},{"product_id":"uesugi-kenshin-himetsuru-koshirae","title":"Uesugi Kenshin's Himetsuru Koshirae","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUesugi Kenshin was one of the many powerful lords of the Civil War period of Japan in Echigo province. He is famed for his prowess on the battlefield, his legendary rivalry with Takeda Shingen, his military expertise, strategy, and his belief in the god of war. Bishamonten. In fact, many of his followers and others believed him to be the avatar of Bishamonten, and called Kenshin god of war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Koshirae is a faithful reproduction of the sword Uesugi Kenshin was actually wearing all the time, Himetsuru Ichimonji. This Tsuba-less Ichimonji is the typical Uesugi clan's Uchigatana style. A simplified black Fuchigane is made of iron and a classic Tsukagashira is made of buffalo horn. In accordance with the original Himetsuru Ichimonji sword owned by Uesugi Kenshin himself, the sword is assembled as Aikuchi style(no Tsuba attached), and a set of Kozuka and Kogai is featured on both sides of Saya Koiguchi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMenuki theme is black dragon which was a nickname of Kenshin. The Tsuka is bound with suede type, black synthetic leather over black Tsukasame and Saya is Kuroro(black gloss finish). Sageo is a hand-woven Sanadahimo cord with a sophisticated two-tone color. A sand-cased, extra-reinforced zinc\/aluminum alloy blade provides superb balance for the dynamic air-slashing move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hamon pattern reproduces the legendary Himetsuru Ichimonji. Each part is uncompromisingly hand-assembled by the Japanese sword craftsman, who is an expert in making the genuine Japanese sword, Shinken. The blade is available up to 2.45 shaku. Weight without Saya is approximately 790 grams (for 2.45 shaku). Proudly made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Iaito are made with an aluminum-zinc alloy blade and cannot be sharpened.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tozando","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34433401815173,"sku":"070-LGUESUGI","price":943.07,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/7890\/4709\/files\/IMG_3741.png?v=1753153193"},{"product_id":"kijinmaru-kunishige","title":"Kijinmaru Kunishige Koshirae","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Background\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKijinmaru Kunishige, a master swordsmith of the Edo period, crafted blades that became the stuff of legend. Among his most renowned admirers was Saito Hajime of the Shinsengumi, who wielded one of Kunishige’s extraordinary creations. The swords he forged were not merely tools of combat but works of art, often inscribed with “摂津住池田鬼神丸国重 E The Kanji 鬼, meaning \"demon,\" which inspired this Koshirae. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Koshirae reproduces the Kunishige's dynamic O-Midare Hamon on the grooved blade made of sand-casted, reinforced zinc\/aluminum alloy. The Tsukagashira features a furious Demon's face and his favorite weapon, an axe is featured on the Fuchigane collar. Tsuba is the reproduction of legendary Toryusai Seiji's Tsuba with the theme of Fujin\/Raijin(a god of wind and a god of thunder). The Menuki features the Onigawara, a talismanic roof ornamentation with statues depicting the Oni. Saya has a black gloss finish(Kuroro). \u003cbr\u003eA Deluxe version of this Koshirae is also available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Iaito are made with an aluminum-zinc alloy blade and cannot be sharpened.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tozando","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34433402044549,"sku":"340-ZS136","price":1025.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/7890\/4709\/products\/340-ZS136-2.jpg?v=1593764158"},{"product_id":"tokugawa-yoshimune-koshirae","title":"Tokugawa Yoshimune's Koshirae","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTokugawa Yoshimune was the eighth Shogun of the Tokugawa shogunate of Japan, ruling from 1716 until his abdication in 1745, his biggest achievement was the financial reforms during the economic crisis those days called the Kyoho Reforms. \u003cbr\u003eBecause of the long-running television series Abarenbo Shogun(Rowdy Shogun) based on him, Yoshimune is one of the most well-known of all the Shogun from the Tokugawa family.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Tokugawa Shogun Yoshimune Koshirae Iaito features the Tokugawa Aoi family crest engraved on a brass-made Habaki. The iron Tsuba, adorned with a dragon theme, is gold-plated. The Fuchi, Kashira, and Menuki, all crafted from brass, are also gold-plated. The white Sageo and Tsuka cord reflect Yoshimune's favorite color. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Iaito features a sand-casted, reinforced zinc\/aluminum alloy blade with an extra-wide profile, a Suguha Hamon, and a single grooved Hi. It weighs approximately 850 grams without the Saya (for a 2.45 Shaku blade). The white cotton Tsuka is wrapped in Hinerimaki over white stingray skin. Proudly made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Iaito are made with an aluminum-zinc alloy blade and cannot be sharpened.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e※This iaito currently requires 4�E�E months for production.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tozando","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34433402470533,"sku":"340-TKS267","price":946.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/7890\/4709\/products\/340-TKS267-2.jpg?v=1593764166"},{"product_id":"abarenbo-shogun-koshirae","title":"Tokugawa Yoshimune - Abarenbo Shogun Koshirae","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBackground of this Koshirae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAbarenbo Shogun, translated as Rowdy Shogun, was a long-running televised series that features the eighth Shogun of Tokugawa Shogunate, Tokugawa Yoshimune, who hides his identity to punish the vices in the city of Edo. Although this is a fiction written for the period drama on TV, Yoshimune has become one of the most popular Tokugawa Shogun amongst the modern Japanese people.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis Koshirae features the characteristic Tokugawa family crest - Aoi(hollyhock) as an engraving on brass-made Habaki. The iron Tsuba features a bamboo tree and Fuchi\/Kashira and Menuki, which are made of brass, feature the theme of draon. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eA sand-casted, reinforced zinc\/aluminum alloy extra wide blade with Suguha Hamon is single-grooved and weighs Approximately 850 grams without the Saya(for 2.45 Shaku). \u003cbr\u003eThe Tsuka is wrapped with Black cotton Tsuka Hinerimaki over white Tsukasame. 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Though their army was very small, they won many battles in which they were outnumbered. Sanada Yukimura was called \"A Hero who may appear once in a hundred years\". \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sanada Yukimura Koshirae reproduces Yoto Muramasa, a cursed blade made by Muramasa, which terrified Tokugawa Ieyasu even after he started his reign. It is said that Ieyasu had lost his son, friends, and relatives to Muramasa blades and had cut himself badly with one. He ended up forbidding his samurai to wear Muramasa blades. For this reason, Yukimura is said to have purposely carried Muramasa and had it in his hand at the battle of Sekigahara(1600), which he fought against Ieyasu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fitting ornaments feature luck-bringing gourds with cherry blossoms on blackened Fuchi\/Kashira, catfishes and gourds on Menuki, and bamboo leaves on 7 cm diameter Tsuba. \u003cbr\u003eA synthetic leather Tsuka cord is wrapped over the blackened Tsukasame and Saya is lacquered Kuroro (black gloss finish). High-quality silk Sageo features the red Kikko - tortoiseshell pattern.\u003cbr\u003eA sand-cased, reinforced aluminum-zinc alloy blade provides superb balance for dynamic air-slashing moves. Each part is uncompromisingly hand-assembled by the Japanese sword craftsman, who is an expert in making the genuine Japanese sword, Shinken. The blade is available up to 2.45 shaku. Weight without Saya is approximately 800 grams (for 2.45 shaku). 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Mitsuhide played a pivotal role in several key military campaigns, showcasing his exceptional ability to outmaneuver his opponents. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMitsuhide's most notable military achievement was the decisive betrayal and subsequent attack that led to the downfall of his former lord, Oda Nobunaga, at Honnoh-ji Temple. This bold move highlighted his capacity for high-stakes decision-making and strategic execution. Despite his controversial legacy, Mitsuhide's prowess as both a tactician remains a significant part of his historical reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Akechi Koshirae is known as a treasure of the Akechi clan and this Koshirae is a faithful replica of the original family treasure now exhibited at the Tokyo National Museum. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Fuchigane is made of iron, and Fuchi\/Kashira is made from buffalo horn. The theme of the Tsuba is Hyotan Sukashi. The Tsuka and Sageo match in navy blue silk, and the Tsuka is wrapped around a black Tsukasame. Diamond-shaped Menuki is finished with an antiqued silver plate. Diamond-shaped Menuki Deluxe Shu Urumi Saya Handmade in Japan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sword has great balance with a reinforced alloy of zinc and aluminum. Each element of this sword is carefully assembled by hand by expert blacksmiths who are also in charge of the manufacture of Shinken (real Japanese blades). The length of the blade is available from 2.20 shaku up to 2.45 shaku. 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The original Sohayano Tsurugi dates back over 1000 years ago and belonged to the first Shogun of Japan, Sakanoueno Tamuramaro. Ieyasu cherished the exact copy of the sword for that reason. Ieyasu is enshrined at Nikko shrine with the name of Tosho Daigongen, with Sohayano Tsurugi by his side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sohayano Tsurugi Koshirae sword pays tribute to his legacy and historical achievements. A set of Fuchigane and Tsukagashira and a set of Menuki feature the theme of peony flowers Ieyasu was very much fond of. \u003cbr\u003eThe Tsuba is made of blackened iron steel and the theme is Owari-type Sukashi. A selected brown silk Tsuka cord is bound over the wrapped Tsukasame. The Saya is lacquered Kinnashiji style and the brown silk Sageo is also included. An ultra-hard, zinc\/brass alloy blade is so solid and heavy and for those who wish a real heavy practice sword, this Koshirae is optimal. \u003cbr\u003eThe blade also features extra grooves. Each part is uncompromisingly hand-assembled by a Japanese sword craftsman, who is an expert in making the genuine Japanese sword, Shinken. The blade is available from 2.20 shaku up to 2.45 shaku. Weight without Saya is approximately 1000 grams (for 2.45 shaku). 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After the collapse of the Tokugawa forces in late 1867, he took a very important part in negotiating the peaceful surrender of Edo Castle to the Satcho(Satsuma and Choshu) Alliance which fought against the Shogunate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAs a noble swordsman who worked towards bringing unity to Japan, one of the swords he owned was made by a famous swordsmith, Bizen Tadayoshi. Tsuka is wrapped with black leather over white Tsukasame and contrasting the black leather, Sageo is White silk. Refreshing and yet dignified silver antique finished Menuki with the motif of a dragon represents his friendship with Ryoma (龍馬). Fuchi\/Kashira and Tsuba have a matching Nami(waves) theme, illustrating his life as a naval officer, and his broad perspective.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eA sand-cased, reinforced aluminum-zinc alloy blade provides superb balance for dynamic air-slashing moves. Each part is uncompromisingly hand-assembled by the Japanese sword craftsman, who is an expert in making the genuine Japanese sword, Shinken. The blade is available from 2.20 shaku up to 2.45 shaku. 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Despite knowing the struggle was futile, Hijikata was determined to fight to the end, declaring he could not disgrace the Shogunate by retreating.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Kanesada Koshirae is an accurate replica of the original sword preserved at the Hijikata Toshizo Museum in Saitama prefecture. Ishime Higo type Fuchi\/Kashira and Kuwagata Kojiri are made of brass and the surface is carefully oxidized by hand. \u003cbr\u003eTsuba is Ishime Mokko style and the theme is \"Ume Ichirin\"(one plum) which is the flower he loved. Menuki features the theme of Japanese pepper. A black cotton Tsuka cord is bound over a white Tsukasame. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaya is finished with Anshu Ishime(dark reddish brown, matte finish). Cotton Sageo is also included. A sand-cased, extra-reinforced wide zinc\/aluminum alloy blade provides superb balance for the dynamic air-slashing move. Hamon reproduces the work of Aizu Kanesada the 11th. Each parts are uncompromisingly hand-assembled by Japanese sword craftsmen, who are experts in making the genuine Japanese sword, Shinken. The blade is available from 2.20 shaku up to 2.50 shaku. Weight without Saya is approximately 1000 grams (for 2.50 shaku). 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Born a vassal of the Matsudaira (later Tokugawa) clan, and served Tokugawa Ieyasu; he would later earn the nickname Oni-Hanzo, Hanzo the Demon, because of the fearless tactics he displayed in his operations. Hanzo was an extremely skilled swordsman, tactician, and spearman and fought his first battle at the age of 16.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis most quoted contribution to his master, and the history of Japan, came in 1582. Following Oda Nobunaga's death at the infamous Honnoh-ji temple incident, Hanzo helped Ieyasu escape Sakai, current Osaka, and return to his homeland without getting captured by Akechi and his troops. Hanzo succeeded in getting Ieyasu to return to Mikawa safely. In a way, Tokugawa Shogunate would not have happened if it were not for Hanzo. From then on, Hanzo continued to serve Ieyasu for the rest of his life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Hattori Hanzo Koshirae is the reproduction of his most beloved sword, Ko-Bizen Kanehira. The sand-casted, extra-reinforced zinc\/aluminum alloy blade features the Kanehira's signature double Suguha Hamon. The blade weighs approximately 910 grams without the Saya for 2.45 shaku.\u003cbr\u003eThe Saya end features the extra big, barrel-type O-Jiri metal ornament and it has the traditional Tsuchime finish, which is a hammered pattern design. The Fuchi\/Kashira set is made of copper with Eboshi(formal headwear for court nobles in Japan). A large metal Koiguchi reinforcement is also featured. The metal Koiguchi is made of copper and has a Tsuchime finish. 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He served as an instructor to the Shogun of Ahikaga Shogunate, Ashikaga Yoshiteru. He learned the Tenshin Shoden Katori Shinto school and traveled throughout Japan to face most of the skillful and knowledgeable swordsmen in those days. After allegedly receiving divine inspiration from Takemikazuchi no kami, the deity of Kashima Shrine, he named his original style as Kashima Shinto ryu.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eHe was fond of using a sword made by Rai Kunitoshi, a son of Rai Kuniyuki. His work is mostly in the same style as Kuniyuki's, and yet many consider Rai Kunitoshi's sword to be more elegant and less flamboyant than his father's, often featuring the style of Suguba and a tapering blade. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Bokuden Rai Kunitoshi Koshirae features the bold, big, and unique Awabi style Tsuba, produced by the legendary Tsuba craftsman, Nobuiye. The black gloss-finished Sendan Kizami Saya features the O-Kuwagata style Kojiri. Fuchi\/Kashira and Menuki feature a powerful tiger in gold color. Blackened brass Fuchi\/Kashira is also with a gold-plated tiger. Black leather is wrapped over white stingray skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sand-casted, single grooved extra wide blade made of reinforced zinc\/aluminum alloy with reproduction of Rai Kunitoshi's Suguha Hamon. The blade weighs approximately 845 grams without the Saya(for 2.45 Shaku). 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Although there is very little known about his life, he grew up under the care of his father, Munenori, who was looked up to by the first two Shogun of the Tokugawa family as a sword master. He went on to go on a 武老E¿®衁E warrior's pilgrimage, and traveled all over Japan to learn and teach the way of swords. He wrote significant works on not only the technique but also the philosophy of being a Kenshi, still read by many people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYagyu cherished his swords made by Miike Tenta, better known as Mitsuyo. Miike was a renowned swordsmith in Chikugo prefecture in the late Heian era. The characteristic of his swords is their dynamic appearance. \u003cspan\u003eThe 'O-tenta', the great Tenta, is one of the greatest five swords of Japan, and this sword has been regarded as a priceless national treasure since the reign of the Ashikaga Shogunate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis special edition of Miike Tanta Koshirae features the Yagyu clan's original theme as Yagyu Nikaigasa and the reversed Menuki positioning. The silver-plated brass-fitting ornaments are rather simple yet classic. The black-lacquered rattan on the black matte Inro Kizami Saya adds an extra dignified look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures A sand-casted, reinforced zinc\/aluminum alloy blade with reproduction of Miike Tanta's Hamon, which weighs approximately 850 grams without the Saya(for 2.45 Shaku). Black cotton Tsuka is wrapped in a unique part Ikkan-maki and part hineri-maki style over white stingray skin.  Proudly made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Iaito are made with an aluminum zinc alloy blade and cannot be sharpened.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e※This iaito currently requires 4�E�E months for production.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tozando","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34433408139397,"sku":"340-ZS138","price":1677.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0355\/7890\/4709\/products\/340-ZS138-2.jpg?v=1593764251"},{"product_id":"kijinmaru-kunishige-deluxe-koshirae","title":"Kijinmaru Kunishige Deluxe Koshirae","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Background\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKijinmaru Kunishige, a master swordsmith of the Edo period, crafted blades that became the stuff of legend. Among his most renowned admirers was Saito Hajime of the Shinsengumi, who wielded one of Kunishige’s extraordinary creations. The swords he forged were not merely tools of combat but works of art, often inscribed with “摂津住池田鬼神丸国重 E The Kanji 鬼, meaning \"demon,\" which inspired this Koshirae. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the standard features of Kijinmaru Kunishige Koshirae, this special version features the extraordinarily huge Kurigata with the Oni's face and Kuwagata-shaped Kojiri. On the Tsuka, the high-quality black leather cord is wrapped over the selected stingray skin with navel knots. The Saya lacquer is Kanshitsu Ishime, fine black matte finish. Black and white two tones of color Sageo represents days and nights. Silver-plated brass Menuki with Onigawara theme Tsukagashira with demon's face theme. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures A sand-casted, reinforced zinc\/aluminum alloy blade with reproduction of Kunishige's signature O-Midare Hamon, weighs approximately 830 grams without the Saya(for 2.45 Shaku). 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Made to slice through its target with a single cut, a sword of Dodanuki design is characterized by its thicker and heavier blade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKato Kiyomasa, a Daimyo from the Azuchi-Momoyama period to the early Edo period, was particularly fond of Dodanuki blades, considering the design to be the apex of military dynamism and power. In fact, in honor of this great smithing achievement, Kiyomasa gave Kunikatsu a Kanji from his name as an accolade. Thereafter, Kunikatsu was known as Masakuni, and swords of the Dodanuki Masakuni design were forever guaranteed a place in the halls of Japan's long history. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn reproducing this famous sword we have remained true to Dodanuki's most characteristic trademarks: the elegance of simplicity and dynamism.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis Dodanuki Masakuni Koshirae is the ultimate version of all Dodanuki-style Iaito. Fuchi\/Kashira, Kurigata, Kojiri, and two Saya Dowa are made of copper with a Tsuchime Uchidashi(hand-hammered pattern) style theme. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe iron Tsuba features the Acala known as Fudo Myo-O and approximately one-third of Saya features the black gloss rattan-wrapped Sendan style, while the rest has the luxurious Kuronuri Itomaki, that is, black coiled thread finish. Tsuka is wrapped with black genuine leather over white stingray skin. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe blade with two grooves on each side is made of sand-casted, reinforced zinc\/aluminum alloy and features Masakuni's signature Suguha Hamon, which weighs 1,150 grams without the Saya. 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