Shuro Nuri Lacquered Saya 棕櫚塗Handcrafted Shuro nuri Lacquered Saya with Natural Horn FittingsKoshirae Grade Finish This handcrafted saya features a Shuro nuri () finishan intricate lacquer technique that mimics the fibrous texture of palm bark. Fine streak like patterns are suspended within the deep brown lacquer, creating a natural and organic appearance with subtle depth and character. The result is a surface that feels warm, earthy, and refined, making it especially prized for

Temper Line (Hamon 刃文): Curved Notare (湾れ刃文) — a gently undulating wave-like temper line formed through clay tempering (覆土焼入れ)

and deeply philosophical

The blade is forged in Sanmai（三枚構造）construction with a hardened steel core and softer outer layers

Deeply rooted in Japanese decorative tradition

symbolizing harmony and flow

The saya (鞘) is finished in Kin-nashiji lacquer (金梨子地塗)

The tsuka (柄) is wrapped in black ito over genuine ray skin in an aged off-white tone

Tsuba (Handguard 鍔): Kuruma-sukashi Tsuba – Blackened Iron (鉄地)  Wheel-style Guard (Practical Use)

Menuki (目貫): Made from hakudo (白銅)

offering a secure and characterful presentation

discipline

Tsuba (Sword Guard) “Golden Waves in the Night Tide”｜Iron Katakiribori × Kebori Tsuba with Black Finish