Description
The "tsuba" guard protects the hands of a samurai. This obidome features a very auspicious fertility crest, which has its origins in mythology and is said to bring divine protection.
"Traditional Japanese Culture" - Obi belts enhance the beauty of kimonos, and obidome belts enhance the beauty of obi belts. Changing traditional Japanese accessories can completely change the impression of a kimono. Adding obi belts and obidome belts to yukata belts can elevate your look. Wargo's obidome belts are crafted with meticulous attention to detail and a playful spirit. They feature motifs of the familiar Japanese "tsuba" (guard) and "kamon" (family crest). This obidome belt (brooch) exudes a retro vibe. It can also be worn casually with Western clothing, threaded onto leather belts or chains. Wearing one alone makes a striking statement. It complements both simple and boldly patterned obi belts. This obidome belt is easy to coordinate with the patterns and motifs of your kimono or yukata. Incorporate traditional Japanese beauty into your everyday fashion, expressing your own style, without being limited by the confines of traditional Japanese accessories.
■ Designer's Thoughts: This obi-dome is crafted from the tsuba (guard), a part of a sword that symbolizes the samurai era. The design incorporates family crests into the shape of the tsuba. While there are various theories about the origins of the "mokkomon" (peach blossom crest), including a bird's nest full of eggs or a stylized cucumber slice, it is generally used as a family crest symbolizing "prosperity of descendants" and is considered one of the five major family crests. It is also famous as the family crest of Takigawa Kazumasu, one of the Four Heavenly Kings of the Oda clan, and Okita Souji of the Shinsengumi. By threading an obi-jime or belt through the kogai-hitsu (hairpin box) and kozuka-hitsu (small box) located next to the center hole through which the sword passes, the tsuba can be used in a variety of ways, including as an obi-dome. Tsuba, a fashionable accessory valued by samurai warriors during the samurai era, is a design we hope you will incorporate into your modern fashion.
| Item details | |
| material | brass |
| size | Approximately 4cm in length and width |
