Kyō Ajiro Fuchi Kashira 京網代Fuchi Kashira Ky AjiroWhite Copper (Cupronickel) Sword Fittings with Woven Ajiro Pattern The Ky Ajiro fuchi kashira set is crafted from white copper and finished with a refined ajiro pattern inspired by traditional woven latticework. Originating from Kyotos classical aesthetic traditions, the ajiro motif reflects structure, discipline, and understated refinement.

the main contours executed in Katakiribori—single-sided chisel cuts that create bold

continuity

kojiri (鐺)

The surface shows masame-hada（柾目肌）grain

creating a balance between strength and airiness that exemplifies the mastery of traditional metalwork

featuring finely detailed sea dragon motifs (海龍図)

Clay Tempered Full Tang Shinken (真剣) | Aoi Tempest Katana: TangGu (湯谷) Maru Blade (丸造) | Niku Geometry + TangGu (湯谷) Kin-aoi Koshirae (金葵拵)

The overall presentation is clean and elegant—ideal for mounting as part of a complete koshirae

it pairs beautifully with modern-style koshirae

Tsuba (Sword Guard) “Kagechō”｜Hand-Polished Iron Sukashi Tsuba with Shadow Butterfly Motif and Traditional Black Patina Finish

Symbolically

featuring a tough outer jacket wrapped around a softer core—an approach shared with classical tamahagane swords to achieve both durability and resilience