How is the golden saya decorated?

The hardwood saya is wrapped in PU golden leather and covered with deeply engraved floral and cloud scrollwork across its full 28.5-inch length. A braided sageo in yellow and brown tones adds contrast, and the engraved texture gives the scabbard a layered, brocade-like finish.

How does the blue ito and white samegawa handle look in person?

The 10.23-inch handle pairs blue cotton ito cord with PU white samegawa underneath. The traditional diamond-pattern wrap lets white rayskin show through at regular intervals, creating a clean blue-and-white contrast that coordinates with the blue sageo on the saya.

How does the red and black handle feel and look?

The 10.23-inch hardwood tsuka is covered in red PU samegawa with black cotton ito wrapped in a traditional diamond pattern. The red panels contrast sharply against the black cord, giving the handle a striking visual pop while the layered texture offers a firm, comfortable grip.

What materials are used in these geisha doll figures?

Each geisha doll in this collection is crafted using a combination of sculpted resin or ceramic-composite for the face, hands, and body form, paired with real textile fabric for the kimono and obi components. The blue fabric used varies across pieces — some feature smooth satin-finish cloth with embroidered accents, while others use a textured weave that mimics the weight and pattern of traditional Japanese silk. Hair ornaments, fans, and decorative props are typically made from lacquered resin, painted metal, or fine wire, depending on the specific design. This multi-material construction is what gives each figure its layered visual depth and collectible appeal.

How is the granite-style blue saya finished?

Updated Feb 2026

The 30.7-inch hardwood saya is coated in piano lacquer with a blue-and-black granite speckle pattern. It pairs with an orange sageo cord tied at the kurikata and a glossy black kojiri cap at the tip, matching the orange ito on the tsuka.