The Fuchi - Parts of a Japanese KatanaThe fuchi is the metal bordering piece between the swords tsuba (guard) and tsuka (handle). The fuchi finishes the starting point of the handle wrap while capping the end of the wooden tsuka. The fuchi can be a very simple metal band but in higher end sensai grade katana the fuchi can be a work of art made by master artisans. The theme on the fuchi will normally compliment the kashira (cap) that is on the other end of the guard. Often matched sets these two pieces together are called fuchi-kashira.Examples of the FuchiThese photo's are an example of Fuchi found on Japanese katana forged today.Rich iron fittings display the elegant dragonfly motif that defines the series. See more of the Dragonfly Wakizashi w/Katana HandleThe blackened tsuba, fuchi, tsuka-ito and fuchi-kashira contrast the real white same (rayskin) handle and the black textured lacquered saya. See more of the Winter Sun Samurai SwordContinuing the tradition XL Series of katana blade geometry, our new cutter features the billowing clouds and raimie (thunderclap) theme from fuchie to kashira. With a double pegged and fully removeable tsuka (handle) with synthetic components around the wood core. See more of the Raimie XL KatanaThe dragonfly kashira, along with the fuchi (hilt collar), reinforces the tsuka and provides a point for the handle wrapping (tsukaito) to tie off. See more of the Hanwei Dragonfly KatanaTomoe symbols, representing strength and spiritual motion adorn the fuchi and kashira. See more of the Tomoe and Crane KatanaTomoe symbols, representing strength and spiritual motion adorn the fuchi and kashira, while elegant crane motifs, symbolizing longevity and grace, decorate the tsuba and included kogatana (small utility knife). See more of the Tomoe and Crane Katanathe katana fuchi See more of the Ryujin Katanathe back of the fuchi See more of the Ryujin KatanaThe detailed fuchi See more of the Ryujin KatanaThe silver Ryujin themed tsuba, fuchi and kashira are contrasted by the lacquered black saya, sageo and tsuka-ito over white same. See more of the Ryujin KatanaThe fuchi and kashira are lightly textured and gentle to the touch See more of the Wolf KatanaThe fuchi and kashira are lightly textured and gentle to the touch See more of the Wolf Katana