Black Ishime Lacquered Saya 黒石目塗 Katana Saya Lacquer (鞘塗): Raden-style lacquer

Saya Lacquer (鞘塗): Raden-style lacquer (螺鈿塗)

The fuchi-kashira（縁頭）are white copper（白銅 / Hakudō）with blackened finish（煮黒仕上げ）and carved sakura motifs（桜）

tied in the traditional style

Fuchi-kashira (縁頭) are plain steel with a smooth finish

tightly wrapped in hineri-maki (捻巻) style

Black Ishime Lacquered Saya 黒石目塗 Katana Saya Lacquer (鞘塗): Raden-style lacquerHandcrafted Black Ishime Lacquered Saya with Natural Horn FittingsKoshirae Grade Finish This handcrafted saya features a Kuro ishime nuri () finisha deep black lacquer surface textured with fine, stone like granules. The ishime technique produces a subtle, matte appearance that highlights durability and quiet sophistication, offering a restrained alternative to high gloss lacquer styles. The rich black tone enhances a sense of strength and formality