The Tensho Koshirae is another highly stylised Iaito, with unique features linked with the swords made in this style in 16th century. The Tensho Koshirae is famous as being the style of sword of Akechi Mitsuhide, general of Oda Nobunaga, whose rebellion led to the eventual establishment of the Tokugawa Shogunate, a dynasty which spanned 250 years and brought Japan into the modern age.

Characterised by a buffalo horn Kashira wrapped in Makikake style, where the Tsuka Ito wraps over the top of the fitting, and a simple decoratively grooved Fuchi, the Tensho Koshirae features hardwearing silk Ito material and a matching Sageo.

Often paired with the thick, iconic, Hyotan (gourd) Tsuba, the custom Tensho model offers options to customise Tsuba, Ito colour and Saya, along with a myriad of technical options to make this Iaito truly your own.

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) – Silk

Tsuba (Guard) – All options available

Fuchi/Kashira - Tensho (buffalo horn)

Menuki (Hilt Fittings) – All options available.

Habaki & Seppa - Standard Brass (upgrade options available).

Saya (Scabbard) – Kuroro (upgrade options available)

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.