Wakizashi is a samurai sword, the handle is called Tsuka. Here you can see M e n u k i, decorative elements that are worked into the sword handle, which makes it easier to grip. These Menuki are also artistically designed symbols of luck (the turtle is sometimes depicted as a Minogam), 2.5 - 4 cm in size. The sword parts also include Tsuba, Fuchi and Kozuka. [hint: this is an automatic translation from German]   |   Category: folk arts   |   Material: Metall   |   Country of origin: Japan | Similar pieces