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When it comes to accessories inspired by Touken Ranbu -Online-, wouldn't it be amazing if they were made using the same proud techniques that forged those legendary swords? Luckily for all you Touken Danshi lovers out there, K. Uno Co., Ltd. are adding jewellery made in collaboration with the popular PC browser and smartphone game Touken Ranbu -Online- to their U-Treasure by K. Uno brand of jewellery inspired by popular characters. This unique selection of jewellery is available for purchase starting Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2016!
■ A Manufacturing Method That Uses the Incredible Technological Skills of Japanese Artisans
This extravagant jewellery collection is made using the techniques that are used to create actual Japanese swords.
K. Uno employs over 200 Japanese artisans, each possessing incredible technological skills, to create its made-to-order jewellery. In creating its Touken Ranbu -Online- collaboration jewellery, K. Uno used the manufacturing methods that are used to create Japanese swords, rather than the methods that are typically used to make jewellery. Each item in the collection is a true work of art, crafted to an outstanding standard. It's almost as though you can feel the spirit of a Japanese sword residing inside each one-of-a-kind piece of jewellery.
■ A Special Necklace Created Using the Japanese Sword Manufacturing Process
A stunning design created by repeatedly folding and welding metals such as tamahagane steel.
◆ About Tamahagane
Tamahagane is the highest quality steel produced via the tatara (clay tub furnace) smelting process. Tamahagane is a vital material in the production of Japanese swords, so this special necklace is made using the very same material.
◆ About Orikaeshi-Tanren (Fold Forging)
In order to produce a strong Japanese sword, metals such as tamahagane are hammered to stretch them out before being folded, a process known as orikaeshi-tanren, meaning "fold forging." Repeatedly folding and welding the beaten out metal makes it tougher and stronger, and also removes impurities. This process produces a strong sword with a beautiful texture.
◆ Tempering & Polishing ("Tanto Tamahagane -Hamon-" Only)
In order to create a beautiful hamon blade pattern, the "Tanto Tamahagane -Hamon-" necklace is tempered and polished. When creating a sword, a clay coating is applied to create the hamon, but the pattern of each sword differs to the next depending on how the clay is applied. The hardness and curve of a sword are achieved by tempering the metal, and when it's finally polished, the beautiful grain pattern appears. Each "Tanto Tamahagane -Hamon-" is made by hand by an artisan, making it a totally unique piece of jewellery just for you.
◆ Hyoumen Yaki ("Tanto Tamahagane -Kuroyaki-" Only)
To produce a beautiful texture on the metal, "Tanto Tamahagane -Kuroyaki-" is made using the hyoumen yaki technique. Meaning "surface tempering," this process transforms the colour of the metal into a beautiful bluish black.
◆ Inlaying ("Tanto Tamahagane -Hamon-" and "Tanto Mokume-Gane -Tsukurikomi-" Only)
Inlaying is the process by which one material is inlayed into a different material. It's used to decorate the handles of Japanese swords. The sword crests at the tip of each necklace are all added using the inlaying process.
◆ Product Details
**Tanto Tamahagane -Hamon-**
Materials: Silver, 24k gold, tamahagane steel
Price: ¥64,000 (including tax)
**Tanto Tamahagane -Kuroyaki-**
Materials: SV, tamahagane steel
Price: ¥16,800 (including tax)
■ A Necklace Made Using the Traditional Mokume-Gane Technique Passed Down Across 400 Years
◆ About Mokume-Gane
A metalworking procedure that's unique to Japan, mokume-gane was created around 400 years ago in the Edo period. It can be translated as "wood grain metal," and by using forge welding to join together layers of different coloured metals, a beautiful metal is created with the appearance of natural wood grain. Mokume-gane is often used for the guard of a sword, or for the kozuka decorative handle fitting of a kogatana (a small knife that attaches to the sheath of a sword).
The beautiful wood grain-like pattern created by the layered and interweaving metals is completely unique, and no two examples are alike. The mokume-gane used in this collection is made from platinum, white gold, and silver. The subtle differences in colour within the beautiful silvery metal create a gorgeous wood grain pattern. Each mokume-gane necklace created by the artisans at K. Uno is one of a kind.
◆ Product Details
**Tanto Mokume-Gane -Tsukurikomi-**
Materials: 950 platinum, 18k white gold, silver, 24k gold
Price: ¥220,000 (including tax)
**Tanto Mokume-Gane -Shirakaba-**
Materials: 950 platinum, 18k white gold, silver
*The charm is 14k white gold while the chain is 10k white gold.*
Price: ¥64,000 (including tax)
■ These Silver, Gold & Platinum Plated Necklaces Offer 58 Different Sword Crest Designs to Choose From!
"Tanto Tamahagane -Kuroyaki-" and "Tanto Mokume-Gane -Shirakaba-" both come with a sword crest charm, while "Tanto Tamahagane -Hamon-" and "Tanto Mokume-Gane -Tsukurikomi-" each feature a solid gold sword crest inlaid in the metal. You can choose a necklace bearing the sword crest of your favourite Touken Danshi and experience the luxury that is unique to a made-to-order brand like U-Treasure by K. Uno.
■ Take the Adorable Konnosuke with You Wherever You Go with These Earrings & Necklaces!
This little Konnosuke is perfectly recreated in three-dimensional form no matter which angle you admire him from. Even the pattern on his ears and the twinkle in his eyes is captured perfectly in these stunning necklaces and earrings. The quality of the Japanese craftsmanship is clear in these intricate pieces, and it's easy to see how K. Uno has continued to thrill customers for years with its extensive range of made-to-order jewellery. Two versions of these Konnosuke necklaces and earrings are available: the regular version and a Naiban ("Internal Affairs") version. Each features Konnosuke carefully holding on to either a genuine ruby or sapphire.
◆ Product Details
Necklace:
・18k Yellow Gold: ¥47,000 (including tax)
・Silver: ¥15,000 (including tax)
Earrings:
・18k Yellow Gold: ¥68,000 (including tax)
・Silver: ¥19,800 (including tax)
・Includes: 1 pair of earrings
For both the necklace and earrings the regular version features Konnosuke holding a ruby, while the Naiban ("Internal Affairs") version features Konnosuke holding a sapphire.
■ Sales Details
Release Date: Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2016
Available at:
・ U-Treasure by L. Uno Touken Ranbu -Online- Online Shop
・ Touken Ranbu Store
The entire lineup is subject to change without notice. Additional products may be added, existing products may be discontinued, and other content may also be subject to change without notice.
*The amount of tamahagane made available for the creation of this collection is limited, so these items are only available while stocks last.*
*There will only be 58 pieces available of "Tanto Tamahagane -Hamon-," "Tanto Mokume-Gane -Shirakaba-," and "Tanto Mokume-Gane -Tsukurikomi-."*
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Source: PR TIMES
