This is an Edo period tsuba featuring an Aoi (hollyhock) openwork design, crafted by Kinai of Echizen. Kinai is renowned as a master carver, particularly known for his intricate relief carvings of motifs like Aoi and dragons. This tsuba, with its characteristic Aoi sukashi, is suitable for both katana and wakizashi.
NihontoWatch
Echizen
22 pieces on the market now
We could not find an authenticity certificate on the seller’s listing. Japanese swords and fittings are normally papered by the NBTHK (or the NTHK). Without one, the attribution is the seller’s own assessment and has not been independently verified — treat it with caution and ask the dealer about certification before buying.
Returns accepted within 3 days of delivery for defective items or significant discrepancies; customer bears return shipping and bank fees.
¥60,000
This is an Edo period tsuba featuring an Aoi (hollyhock) openwork design, crafted by Kinai of Echizen. Kinai is renowned as a master carver, particularly known for his intricate relief carvings of motifs like Aoi and dragons. This tsuba, with its characteristic Aoi sukashi, is suitable for both katana and wakizashi.
NihontoWatchEchizen
22 pieces on the market now
We could not find an authenticity certificate on the seller’s listing. Japanese swords and fittings are normally papered by the NBTHK (or the NTHK). Without one, the attribution is the seller’s own assessment and has not been independently verified — treat it with caution and ask the dealer about certification before buying.
Returns accepted within 3 days of delivery for defective items or significant discrepancies; customer bears return shipping and bank fees.
¥60,000
