{"product_id":"black-ishime-lacquered-saya","title":"Black Ishime Lacquered Saya 黒石目塗","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted Black Ishime Lacquered Saya with Natural Horn Fittings｜Koshirae-Grade Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"453\"\u003eThis handcrafted saya features a \u003cstrong data-start=\"33\" data-end=\"60\"\u003eKuro-ishime-nuri (黒石目塗)\u003c\/strong\u003e finish—a 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 while preserving the refined aesthetics of traditional craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"895\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"471\"\u003ekoiguchi\u003c\/strong\u003e (mouth), \u003cstrong data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"493\"\u003ekurigata\u003c\/strong\u003e (cord knob), and \u003cstrong data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"521\"\u003ekojiri\u003c\/strong\u003e (end cap) are made from polished natural horn, providing both structural integrity and organic beauty. Each saya is individually handcrafted, ensuring precise proportions, visual balance, and long-term durability. The overall impression is calm, robust, and elegant—ideal for mounting as part of a complete \u003cstrong data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"841\"\u003ekoshirae\u003c\/strong\u003e, or appreciated on its own as a lacquered art object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1206\"\u003eThis saya is suitable for a katana blade with a blade length of 71 cm, motohaba of 3.2 cm, motokasane of 0.7 cm, and sori of 1.7 cm. For other dimensions, please select the Saya Customization option for custom fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/2186\/8968\/files\/186_SJGG0020.png?v=1769860004\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TangGu Sword","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55226811416744,"sku":"SHISAYSJGG0020GF186","price":87.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/2186\/8968\/files\/black-ishime-lacquered-saya-tanggu-sword-9877961.png?v=1774456813","url":"https:\/\/www.tanggusword.com\/products\/black-ishime-lacquered-saya","provider":"TangGu Sword","version":"1.0","type":"link"}