The "shirasaya", literally "white scabbard" because usually made of wood, magnolia, was used as housing for swords when they were put at rest.

The steel core of a Katana, in this case, was separated from his "koshirae", that is, his "dress" newspaper (scabbard and handle) and placed in the "shirasaya" the essence of which was to be divided into two parts open, to prevent moisture condenses inside the blade rusting.

Slightly curved blade and a steel wire handle and sheath of light wood.

Total length 98 cm.