[Japanese Art Sword] Kou (Long Sword) | Atelier Kawakami Akari

A special Japanese art sword crafted by Atelier Kawakami, specialists in custom scabbard (saya) painting.

■ Interlocking Jet Black and Textured Gold — A Magnificent Split-Color Scabbard

Designed with a bold transition from deep jet black to our unique, heavily textured gold. The three-dimensional texture created by deliberately applying high-viscosity paint reflects light in complex, dazzling ways. "Kou" (Splendor) is an exclusive masterwork available directly from our studio, wrapping the entire scabbard in majesty and imposing presence.

■ One-of-a-Kind Elegance with No Two Alike

Created through meticulous hand-painting, no two pieces ever produce the same tactile texture or boundary line between black and gold.

The black section of the scabbard features our signature cherry blossom (sakura) engraving. The handle (tsuka) and sageo cord are wrapped in elegant golden-brown to accentuate the gold design. The blade displays a gracefully undulating Notare hamon pattern, creating a magnificent and dignified accent for any display space.

【Specifications】

• Product Name: Kou

• Type: Japanese Art Sword (Decorative / Unsharpened)

• Saya (Scabbard): Jet black & textured gold split-color hand-painted finish with Sakura engraving

• Tsuka (Handle): Genuine white ray skin, golden-brown cord wrap

• Hamon (Blade Pattern): Gently undulating Notare wave pattern (Unique on each piece)

• Sageo (Cord): 100% Cotton (Golden-Brown)

• Size: Daito / Long Sword (Overall length approx. 105 cm / 41.3 in)

[Special Notice: Exhibition at "MAG8" in Shibuya, Tokyo]

This artwork will be featured in the "MAG8" exhibition held from October 12–25, 2026. Please note that shipping for the in-stock item will begin sequentially after the exhibition ends, starting October 26.

[Availability & Delivery]

• In-Stock Item: Limited to 1 piece (Ships sequentially from October 26, following the "MAG8" exhibition)

• Made-to-Order (2nd piece onwards): Ships in approximately 3 months after order confirmation, as each item is individually crafted by our artisan.

【⚠️ Important Notice Before Purchasing】

※ This item is a decorative Japanese art sword intended for display. Although it features a metal blade, it is unsharpened and cannot be used for cutting.