A kozuka is the decorative handle of a small utility knife (kogatana) carried in a pocket on a Japanese sword's scabbard. It is collected on its own as a piece of Japanese metalwork art. This piece is certified Hozon by the NBTHK (Nihon Bijutsu Token Hozon Kyokai), Japan's foremost authentication body for swords and sword fittings. Notable features: wave motif, dragon, Goto school. Ships from Japan with tracking.