Verdant Rise – Wood Element

Verdant Rise – Wood Element

Verdant Rise is a Japanese decorative katana inspired by upward momentum and steady progress within the Wood element. Its presence feels grounded yet ascending, embodying disciplined advancement rather than sudden expansion.

This piece reflects a phase of consistent growth — not rushed, but clearly moving forward. In the philosophy of Wood, development unfolds through patience and structure. Verdant Rise captures that deliberate ascent toward maturity.

The fittings are crafted from zinc alloy, offering a balanced and understated metallic tone. The handle is wrapped over synthetic ray skin, maintaining traditional visual texture while ensuring durability. The high-mountain hardwood saya is carefully hand-lacquered, emphasizing natural depth and refined finish.

The blade is hand-forged from T10 steel and undergoes clay-coated water quenching, producing a natural hardened edge pattern. Designed in the Utsushi style with double grooves, the blade presents a dynamic yet controlled profile. A 15-step hand polishing process enhances its clean, defined surface.

Verdant Rise is intended exclusively for decorative display and collection, combining symbolic meaning with structured craftsmanship.

Specifications

Name: Verdant Rise

Element: Wood

Fittings (Koshirae): Zinc alloy

Samegawa (Ray Skin): Synthetic ray skin

Scabbard (Saya): High-mountain hardwood, hand-lacquered

Steel: T10 steel, hand-forged

Heat Treatment: Clay-coated, water-quenched

Blade Shape: Utsushi style with double grooves

Blade Finish: 15-step hand polishing

Overall Length (with Saya): 103 cm

Blade Length: 72 cm

Handle Length: 26 cm

Blade Width: 3.2 cm

Weight (Without Saya): Approx. 1100 g

Total Weight (With Saya): Approx. 1400 g