Kuruma Sukashi Tsuba with Sekigane 車輪透鐔 Carbon steel carry matching raised sakura carvings

carry matching raised sakura carvings that unify the theme

Saya (Scabbard 鞘): Traditional-style saya (拵風鞘)

The fuchi and kashira (縁頭) are brass with blackened patina (煮黒仕上げ)

organic brown surface with subtle fiber-like textures reminiscent of natural palm bark

Kuruma Sukashi Tsuba with Sekigane 車輪透鐔 Carbon steel carry matching raised sakura carvingsTsuba (Sword Guard) KurumaHand Polished Iron Wheel Motif with Black Patina Finish The Kuruma () tsuba is a classic iron sukashi style (openwork) guard characterized by its radiating wheel pattern. Each spoke is precisely hand cut and polished, forming a harmonious circular geometry that balances strength and lightness. The surface is finished with a traditional black patina (), giving the iron a deep, subdued sheen while preserving the texture of hand