The Edo Higo Koshirae is an exquisite model featuring a striking Saya finish and beautifully detailed Koshirae for the ultimate combination of style and substance.
This Iaito features a quintessential Japanese sea theme, with beautifully cast wave patterned hilt fittings, paired with a detailed Kojiri (end pommel) and Kurigata (Saya boss). The Inden style Saya has a classic matt black underlay with a dramatic red top flourish.
The Edo Higo Koshirae can be customised in many ways to make this a truly unique piece to suit your personal style. Choose your Tsuba, Menuki, Habaki and Ito options now and start building your dream Iaito.
Average lead time for custom Minosaka Iaito - 12-18 weeks*
Standard Features Include:
Lightweight Blade – Sand cast zinc aluminium alloy with groove, available in 2.20-2.55 lengths.
Ha (Cutting Edge) - Standard (unsharpened)
Tsuka Ito (Hilt Binding) – Cotton (upgrade options available)
Tsuba (Guard) – All options available
Fuchi/Kashira - Higo Nami (Wave pattern)
Menuki (Hilt Fittings) – All options available.
Habaki & Seppa - Standard Brass (upgrade options available)
Saya (Scabbard) – Inden (Black matt with red detail) with matching Nami Kurigata (boss) and Kojiri (end pommel)
Sageo – Silk
Weight – 820g approximately (dependent on blade length).
*PLEASE NOTE - These swords are made to order and take 12-18 weeks on average to supply from the time of order and confirmation.
