{"product_id":"kuruma-sukashi-tsuba-with-sekigane","title":"Kuruma Sukashi Tsuba with Sekigane 車輪透鐔","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTsuba (Sword Guard) “Kuruma”｜Hand-Polished Iron Wheel Motif with Black Patina Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"476\" data-start=\"78\"\u003eThe “Kuruma” (車輪) tsuba is a classic iron sukashi-style (openwork) guard characterized by its radiating wheel pattern. Each spoke is precisely hand-cut and polished, forming a harmonious circular geometry that balances strength and lightness. The surface is finished with a traditional black patina (煮黒仕上げ), giving the iron a deep, subdued sheen while preserving the texture of hand-forged steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"622\" data-start=\"478\"\u003eCopper sekigane (責金) inserts reinforce the nakago-ana, reflecting traditional Japanese craftsmanship where form and function merge seamlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"958\" data-start=\"624\"\u003eSymbolically, the wheel (kuruma) represents motion, life’s cycles, and the continuous path of discipline — qualities that resonate deeply with the spirit of the sword. Whether mounted on a katana or admired as a stand-alone fitting, the “Kuruma” tsuba embodies precision, balance, and timeless simplicity in Japanese metal artistry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1196\" data-start=\"875\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/2186\/8968\/files\/117_FS001_ed3cb686-e7ad-42e8-8897-57a26a63dc8d.png?v=1760109283\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TangGu Sword","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54076016918696,"sku":"SHITSUFS001EO117","price":216.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/2186\/8968\/files\/kuruma-sukashi-tsuba-with-sekigane-tanggu-sword-6489331.png?v=1774456815","url":"https:\/\/www.tanggusword.com\/products\/kuruma-sukashi-tsuba-with-sekigane","provider":"TangGu Sword","version":"1.0","type":"link"}