用語集
A–Z Reference of Japanese Arms & Armor Terminology
Glossary
Search and browse definitions for Japanese sword, fittings, armor, and historical terminology. Supports both macron and non-macron spellings.
7 terms
櫃穴
Hitsu-ana
Auxiliary opening in a tsuba
FittingBeginner Explanation
An auxiliary opening in a tsuba for a kōgai or kozuka.
南蛮鍔
Namban tsuba
Foreign-influenced guards
FittingBeginner Explanation
A category of guards displaying foreign influence.
両櫃
Ryō-hitsu
Paired auxiliary tsuba openings
FittingBeginner Explanation
The paired auxiliary openings in a tsuba.
貫金
Sekigane
Soft-metal tsuba inserts
FittingBeginner Explanation
Soft-metal inserts adjusting a tsuba's fit around the tang.
鉄骨
Tekkotsu
Hard iron formations in a tsuba
FittingBeginner Explanation
Visible hard iron formations in an iron tsuba.
鐔
Tsuba
Handguard
FittingBeginner Explanation
The handguard that separates the blade from the handle and protects the hand.
鐔師
Tsuba-shi
Tsuba maker
CraftBeginner Explanation
A specialist craftsman who makes tsuba (sword guards).