【ONE PIECE】Four Types of Tsuba for Roronoa Zoro’s Beloved Swords Commercialized
Castem Co., Ltd., a precision casting manufacturer based in Fukuyama City, Hiroshima, has commercialized the tsuba (handguard) of Roronoa Zoro’s beloved swords from the TV anime “ONE PIECE.” Made of brass, these tsuba were released in Japan on November 11th, Zoro’s birthday, at a price of 6,600 yen (tax included) on their EC site “IRON FACTORY.” For “ONE PIECE” fans, this is undoubtedly a valuable addition to their collection.
【ONE PIECE】Tsuba of Roronoa Zoro’s Swords
Castem Co., Ltd., a precision casting manufacturer, has commercialized the tsuba of the popular “ONE PIECE” character, Roronoa Zoro’s swords. These include tsuba for the four types “Wado Ichimonji,” “Yubashiri,” “Sandai Kitetsu,” and “Shusui,” with the “Enma” tsuba currently in production. Made using the “Lost-Wax Casting” method for detailed molding, they faithfully replicate the original designs. The material, brass, shines golden when polished, adding a significant presence and heft typical of metal.
The tsuba are sold in paulownia boxes and can be used as interior decor or paperweights. They retain the traditional role of sword tsuba while being the ultimate collectible item for Zoro fans. Released in Japan, these items let “ONE PIECE” fans have a piece of Zoro’s sword in their own hands. Castem’s precision molding technology brings the anime world to reality.
Tsuba of Zoro’s Sword (Wado Ichimonji)
- Price: 6,600 yen (tax included)
- Size: 80mm x 66mm x 8mm (1/1 scale) | 3.15 inches x 2.60 inches x 0.31 inches
- Weight: Approx. 220g | 0.49 lbs
- Material: Brass
- Made in Japan
Tsuba of Zoro’s Sword (Yubashiri)
- Price: 6,600 yen (tax included)
- Size: 80mm x 71mm x 8mm (1/1 scale) | 3.15 inches x 2.80 inches x 0.31 inches
- Weight: Approx. 180g | 0.40 lbs
- Material: Brass
- Made in Japan
Tsuba of Zoro’s Sword (Sandai Kitetsu)
- Price: 6,600 yen (tax included)
- Size: 80mm x 75mm x 8mm (1/1 scale) | 3.15 inches x 2.95 inches x 0.31 inches
- Weight: Approx. 190g | 0.42 lbs
- Material: Brass
- Made in Japan
Tsuba of Zoro’s Sword (Shusui)
- Price: 6,600 yen (tax included)
- Size: 80mm x 72mm x 8mm (1/1 scale) | 3.15 inches x 2.83 inches x 0.31 inches
- Weight: Approx. 240g | 0.53 lbs
- Material: Brass
- Made in Japan
The Role/Material of Japanese Sword Tsuba
The tsuba (handguard) plays a crucial role in Japanese swords. Positioned between the handle and the blade, it’s a circular component primarily made of iron. It prevents the hand from sliding onto the blade when using the sword, especially during forceful clashes or thrusting techniques.
Besides its practical use, tsuba also hold artistic value. With advancements in casting techniques, the decorative aspects of tsuba have been enhanced, leading to the emergence of specialized craftsmen known as ‘tsuba-shi’. Their sizes and shapes vary, often adorned with elaborate decorations like birds, beasts, and flowers, making them one of the highlights of Japanese sword appreciation. Tsuba have evolved from mere practical items to works of art.
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