a traditional Japanese pattern that is based on labyrinthine lines that connects with a Manji (卍) pattern

which is the strongest lacquer available (scratch resistant) is used for the Sayanuri (lacquer)

Some historians claim that there would be a possible link between the founder of Aikido

In ancient times

ensuring fast and easy handling

Asanoha Kamon Engraving Size:2 cm a traditional Japanese pattern thatAsanoha Kamon Engraving Figure Hemp leaf in Japanese. The Asanoha kamon comes from the Asanoha motif used as kimono ornament. It represents a geometric abstraction of a hemp leaf. In ancient Japan, hemp was used during shamanic rituals linked to shintoism and was then considered a sacred plant. Asanoha kamon are however rather new, as they appeared and spread mainly from the 19th century. It is also a rare emblem, with only a dozen variations. Asanoha