Which multi-color combinations are most popular?

Black-gold is the most popular combination for its universal luxury appeal. Red-black is second for its dramatic intensity. Purple-blue appeals to collectors seeking cool-toned sophistication. Orange-blue attracts buyers who enjoy bold complementary contrast. Popularity reflects the balance between visual impact and versatile display integration — combinations that are striking yet adaptable to most environments rank highest.

How is the gray saya decorated?

The hardwood saya is entirely hand-painted with a detailed monochromatic scene of waves, clouds, and mythological figures in gray and black tones. The artwork is sealed under natural lacquer for durability, and a dark brown braided sageo cord wraps the kurikata for a textured accent.

What does the oni tsuba look like and what material is it?

The tsuba is cast in brown-gold copper alloy with a hand-finished oni (demon) face in high relief. It fits against a brass habaki collar and pairs with the navy and gold handle fittings for a cohesive koshirae color scheme.

Is the dragon saya hand-carved or printed?

The black lacquer hardwood saya features a hand-engraved orange dragon carving in deep relief - scales, claws, and flame details are physically carved into the saya surface, not printed or decal-applied.

How is the red saya finished and what cord is used?

Updated Feb 2026

The saya is carved from hardwood and finished in a textured red lacquer coat - not flat paint. The sageo cord is black-and-red braided cord tied through the kurikata, matching the tsuka-ito color scheme of the handle.