Kogesa Katana Sword (小華) specifications
- Hand-forged by our master swordsmiths.
- T10 steel blade, sharpened or unsharpened at choice, full tang.
- Bo-Hi (棒樋): groove on the blade.
- Scabbard (Saya 鞘): made of yellow, white, and black lacquered wood, reminiscent of flower petals.
- Sageo (下げ緒): green cord.
- Handle (Tsuka 柄): faux white stingray leather and wood.
- Tsuka-ITO (柄糸): green diamond pattern weave above the handle.
- Menuki (目貫): ornaments depicting a golden dragon.
- Guard (Tsuba 鍔): circular gold guard decorated with two rings.
- Fuchi (縁): golden alloy with engraved flower motif.
- Kashira (頭): golden alloy knob with matching flower motif.
- Habaki (鎺): brass habaki decorated with a refined grid pattern.
Dimensions
- Blade length: 27.95in
- Overall length including handle: 40.55in
- Length with scabbard: 41.34in
- Handle length: 10.43in
- Blade thickness: 0.28in
- Blade width: 1.26in
- Weight: 2.76 lb
- Package weight: 3.42 lb
Accessories
- Scabbard: Included
- Katana stand: Not included
Kogesa katana sword: design and finishes
The Kogesa katana sword (小華), which means “ Small Flower” in Japanese, evokes the delicate and ephemeral beauty of cherry blossoms. This name captures the poetic essence of Japanese culture, where nature inspires art and craftsmanship. The character 小 (ko) expresses smallness and humility, while 華 (hana) represents the flower in all its splendor. This name reveals a profound message about the beauty that lies in simplicity and natural grace.
Its T10 steel blade features a meticulous finish, while the bo-hi lightens the structure and produces a characteristic sound when moved. The circular gold guard with two rings offers elegant protection, complemented by fuchi and kashira ornaments in gold alloy engraved with delicate floral motifs. The handle combines white faux stingray skin with green diamond-shaped braiding, creating a harmonious contrast. The menuki represent a golden dragon, a symbol of power and wisdom. The scabbard is distinguished by its three-color yellow, white, and black lacquer that evokes flower petals, with black ends framing this artistic composition. The green sageo completes this natural color palette.



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