Why are Hand Guards on Katana Necessary? #Shorts
Published at : November 26, 2021
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There is no intention of denying other theories and cultural aspects
The TSUBA are these ring guards on katana handles. There are actually 4 main reasons for this small round piece of metal.
1. To balance the sword
2. To protect the hand
3. To make it easier to draw the sword
4. To wish for victory and prosperity
The blade is of course heavier than the handle (that is mainly made from wood), so the metal TSUBA (weighing about 50~200g depending on the design) functions as a weight balance.
Second, when you stab with the katana, the TSUBA will prevent your hand
from accidently slipping towards your blade.
Third, you can use the TSUBA to smoothly draw the sword by pushing it with your thumb.
Lastly, there are hundreds of designs for TSUBA and they each have a meaning to wish for victory on the battlefield or the prosperity of your family.
By the way, you might have seen some katana that don’t have a TSUBA, but these are called “合口拵 Aikuchi-gochirae” and they are a proper design. It is mainly seen on “短刀 Tantō” short daggers and the main purpose was to make it easier to carry around.
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Thought They Were Decorations? What Tsuba Ring, Tsuka-maki Wrapping, and Sageo String Are Really For
https://youtu.be/MpsL9Apsk2A
*The content is based on personal studies and experience
There is no intention of denying other theories and cultural aspects
The TSUBA are these ring guards on katana handles. There are actually 4 main reasons for this small round piece of metal.
1. To balance the sword
2. To protect the hand
3. To make it easier to draw the sword
4. To wish for victory and prosperity
The blade is of course heavier than the handle (that is mainly made from wood), so the metal TSUBA (weighing about 50~200g depending on the design) functions as a weight balance.
Second, when you stab with the katana, the TSUBA will prevent your hand
from accidently slipping towards your blade.
Third, you can use the TSUBA to smoothly draw the sword by pushing it with your thumb.
Lastly, there are hundreds of designs for TSUBA and they each have a meaning to wish for victory on the battlefield or the prosperity of your family.
By the way, you might have seen some katana that don’t have a TSUBA, but these are called “合口拵 Aikuchi-gochirae” and they are a proper design. It is mainly seen on “短刀 Tantō” short daggers and the main purpose was to make it easier to carry around.
▼Who is Shogo? What is this channel about?▼
https://youtu.be/nhEamHfzyyg
▼Related videos in this channel▼
-Iaitō, Dōgi, Obi... What Else? Find Everything You Need to Start IAIDO at Kyoto's Best Katana Shop!
https://youtu.be/Odd9vxn1ZdY
-Where You Can Wear SAMURAI ARMOR and Cut Mats with Real KATANA! The One and Only Experience in Japan
https://youtu.be/MqBCAC42zAM
-A Must-watch Before Buying Katana or Training Iaido/Battodo! 5 Things NOT to Do When Handling KATANA
https://youtu.be/vttMXmAhfhg
▼MY DREAM▼
https://youtu.be/EgowIV_kagA
“To make every Japan lovers’ dream come true, by making Japan a more secure, comfortable, and safer place for everyone to visit, study, and live in”
I will be using the profit I gain from this channel at restaurants, hotels, and cultural facilities in Kyoto to introduce them. The more you watch the videos on this channel, Kyoto and Japan will become a more exciting place, and you can support your own and others’ dreams in the future even more.
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▼[Listen to the real voices of the Japanese] "Voices from Japan series"▼
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▼[For YOU traveling to Kyoto] "Kyoto Hidden Gems" series▼
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I’m Shogo, a Kyoto born & Hiroshima raised Japanese, that grew up in Michigan USA for 6 years, and studied Mandarin in Beijing university for a year! I live in Kyoto now, as I train in Iaido(katana), Sado(tea ceremony), and Noh theatre(traditional stage art).
In this channel, you can take a closer look at Japanese traditional culture, tips on traveling to Kyoto, and social problems in Japan. So learners and lovers of Japanese language and culture, be sure to subscribe to enjoy more content!
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