Aikuchi (dagger-like short sword without thrusting blade)

The blade of the aikuchi, a dagger-like short sword, is undecorated. The iron fittings with tendrils and gold inlays resemble a band of cloth laid in strict folds. The fittings are attached to the lower and upper ends of the scabbard. There are no fittings on the fuchi (sword ferrule) and kashira (end cap). The handle is made of ebony. The menuki, decorative element on the handle, has small silver leaves. The scabbard of the dagger is covered with black lacquer and dark green mother-of-pearl lacquer.