Shadow Dancer Kinriko Muji Tachi Aoi-Gata Tsuba

Fit for royalty, this opulent tachi from Shadow Dancer combines hues of black, red, and gold with meticulous craftsmanship to become a masterpiece that would be sought after by any collector. 

Its shinogi zukuri (ridge line runs along the blade’s length on both sides) blade is forged from folded steel and undergoes differential heat treatment to yield a sharp edge that retains well. Traditional sashikomi polishing accentuates both the jihada and elegant suguha (straight) hamon.

Adding to its resplendent vibes are premium muji brass fittings in black and gold—including a kurikomi mokko gata (lobed with notches in the corners) tsuba, fuchi, kashira, seppa, and habaki. The brass menuki and sarute (metal loop attached to the pommel cap) features cherry blossom motifs, symbolizing the transience of life, honor, purity, and grace. 

Following tradition, a single mekugi secures the full tang blade to the wooden tsuka covered with white samegawa wrapped tightly using synthetic silk ito. Hishigami (folded paper wedges) with an optional upgrade to the pro version ensures a rock solid grip, better durability, and improved edge alignment feedback. Its continuously curved Morozori style hilt is optimized for fluid slicing and draw cutting motions. 

This tachi comes sheathed in a beautiful lacquered crimson saya densely saturated with fine metallic flakes for a multi-dimensional pearlescent finish. Gold toned kojiri and structural reinforcement bands add to its luxurious appearance paired with matching thickened sageo.