Kara-jishi lion Tsuba 唐獅子 Kobuse tightly wrapped in traditional style

tightly wrapped in traditional style

providing both structural durability and organic beauty

created through repeated folding and layering

The fuchi and kashira（縁頭）

and refined—ideal for mounting as part of a complete koshirae

Kara-jishi lion Tsuba 唐獅子 Kobuse tightly wrapped in traditional styleTsuba (Sword Guard) Kara jishiHand Carved Shakud Lion Motif with Black Patina Finish This round tsuba features a Kara jishi (, Chinese lion) motif finely engraved in katakiri bori (single line carving). The lion stands proudly upon rocks, beside gently flowing water, symbolizing courage, vitality, and noble spirit. The piece is crafted from shakud (a refined coppergold alloy) and finished with a black patina (ni kuro shiage), giving the surface a