Kanshitsu Black Ishime Lacquered Saya 乾漆黒石目塗 Sanmai mostly straight with subtle undulations

mostly straight with subtle undulations

The tsuka (柄) is wrapped in brown ito over natural white samegawa (鮫皮)

Materials: Oroshigane (卸し金) steel smelted from satetsu (砂鉄)

Thickness at Base (Motokasane 元重): Approx

preserving the natural character of the material while highlighting the quiet sophistication of traditional metalworking

Kanshitsu Black Ishime Lacquered Saya 乾漆黒石目塗 Sanmai mostly straight with subtle undulationsHandcrafted Kanshitsu Black Ishime Lacquered Saya with Natural Horn FittingsKoshirae Grade Finish This handcrafted saya features a Kanshitsu Kuro ishime nuri () finisha traditional black lacquer surface textured with fine stone like granules. Unlike glossy lacquer styles, the ishime technique creates a matte, tactile appearance that evokes the natural resilience of stone. The effect is dignified, understated, and durable, making it highly prized for