Kikko Kamon Engraving sus_prod We usually recommend "Sakura" Menuki

We usually recommend "Sakura" Menuki with this model along with a Namako Sukashi Tsuba and black cotton braiding so as to stay true to the simplicity of the Jidai period

and weight

Aikibudo etc

The Dragon is one of the most popular mythical beast and as such

Sake Menuki - MM002

Kikko Kamon Engraving sus_prod We usually recommend "Sakura" MenukiKikko Kamon Engraving Figure Turtle shell in Japanese. The Kikko mon represents a simplified turtle shell. Turtles are considered a symbol of longevity in Japan and this is why Kikko emblems are used by several shrines. The Izumo Taisha, one of the most important Shinto shrines, uses a Kikko ni Ken Hana kaku shinmon, an auspicious design which combines turtle shell, flower and swords. There are about 500 known variations of the Kikko mon. Kamon 1