Katana Crimson Water Maru Blade Hijin Koshirae 赤水Shinken () Crimson Water Katana: TangGu () Maru Blade () + TangGu () Hijin Koshirae () This traditional style koshirae combines practical function with traditional design. The saya has a glossy crimson lacquer finish. The koiguchi, kurigata, and kojiri are reinforced with water buffalo horn for durability. The sageo is tied in a standard pattern. The tsuka is wrapped in black ito with hishigami inserts for a tight, symmetrical grip. Beneath the wrap

lending the piece a calm

The fuchi and kashira (縁頭) are brass with a blackened patina (煮黒仕上げ)

wrapped in hineri-maki style

Handle Length (Tsuka 柄長): Approx

Fuchi-Kashira (縁頭): White copper（白銅 / Hakudō）with blackened finish（煮黒仕上げ / Nigurushi Shiage）

stone-like surface with a subdued

not differentially hardened)

A brass suspension ring allows mounting to a military sword belt

Minimal yet dignified

ensuring precision

Width at Base (Motohaba 元幅): Approx

The Type 98 Guntō (九八式軍刀) is reproduced with attention to historical accuracy for collection