{"product_id":"shiho-bishi-iron-sukashi-tsuba","title":"Shihō-bishi Iron Sukashi Tsuba 四方菱","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTsuba (Sword Guard) “Shihō-bishi”｜Hand-Polished Iron Sukashi Tsuba with Geometric Diamond Motif and Traditional Black Patina Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e“Shihō-bishi” (四方菱)\u003c\/strong\u003e tsuba is a traditional \u003cstrong\u003eiron sukashi tsuba\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring four interconnected diamond shapes arranged in perfect symmetry around the nakago-ana. The diamond motif has long been associated with resilience, prosperity, and order in Japanese decorative arts, while its balanced four-directional composition reflects the disciplined elegance and structural harmony valued by the samurai class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForged from iron and meticulously hand-finished, the openwork design creates a striking interplay of light and shadow that enhances the purity of its geometric form. Each opening is carefully cut and refined, producing clean lines and balanced proportions while maintaining the strength and practicality expected of a functional sword guard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface is finished using a traditional \u003cstrong\u003eni-kuro shiage (煮黒仕上げ)\u003c\/strong\u003e black patination process, giving the iron a deep, understated sheen. Subtle forging textures remain visible beneath the finish, preserving the natural character of the material and highlighting the timeless beauty of traditional metalwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/2186\/8968\/files\/4_96ca6a51-de54-49e2-b3f2-f69f9dc28cf0.png?v=1782115767\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TangGu Sword","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55639738515624,"sku":"SHITSUFS006ET122-2","price":200.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/2186\/8968\/files\/17_640d93ad-7920-4897-98e7-cb8fac6061bb.png?v=1782115664","url":"https:\/\/www.tanggusword.com\/products\/shiho-bishi-iron-sukashi-tsuba","provider":"TangGu Sword","version":"1.0","type":"link"}