The Makidome - Parts of a Japanese KatanaThe ito (wrapping) normally forms a knot on one side of the tsuka (handle), and then goes over or through the kashira forming the final knot. This process is called maki-dome. Although the knot may appear to be the same, their are several different techniques that can be used for the final result. The choice is personnel to the artisan while trying to achieve perfection in completing the katana. Tying the makidome while completing the sword can effect the direct value of the katana as the Tsukamaki is one of the works of art found on the Japanese sword.Makidome (tsukamaki) PhotosThese are some photo's of several different Makidome found on the Japanese katana that we offer.the final knot makidome See more of the Ryujin KatanaThe makidome through the kashira See more of the Date Masamune KatanaThe makidome or final knot is tied through the kashira See more of the Takeda Shingen KatanaThe makidome on the Fletching Katana See more of the Fletching KatanaThe makidome on the Savior Katana See more of the Savior KatanaThe Yanone katana makidome See more of the Yanone KatanaTatsumaki Makidome See more of the Tatsumaki KatanaThe makidome and side of the kashira See more of the Tenka Fubu Katanatight black tsuka-ito wrap makidome See more of the Kohaku KatanaThr Hana has a unique makidome or final knot through the kashira See more of the Hana KatanaA simple makidome completes the ito wrap See more of the Damascus Hand Forged KatanaThe ito wrap ties off into a final knot called the makidome See more of the Practical Shinobi Ninjato