Sakura Vine Tsuba 櫻草

Tsuba (Sword Guard) “Sakura Vine”｜Iron with Black Finish and Hand-Carved Arabesque Blossoms

Sakura Vine is an iron tsuba finished using a blackening process, resulting in a smooth matte surface with a refined pear-skin texture. The design is engraved by hand, featuring flowing arabesque vines interwoven with cherry blossoms. Each blossom is accented with a small dot of gold lacquer, evoking the delicate brilliance of spring in bloom.

The sakura symbolizes fleeting beauty, while the vine represents enduring vitality. Together, they form a poetic harmony that embodies the quiet elegance of Japanese sword mount aesthetics. Ideal for collectors, it pairs beautifully with modern-style koshirae, or can be appreciated on its own as a refined art piece.