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The Many Functions of Ito Cord Wraps for SwordsThe traditional Ito cord wraps that are so often paired with collectibleJapanese swords are a cultural image with a long history, which have become increasingly popular over the years. Though they are certainly distinctive and aesthetically pleasing, with their intricate wrapping patterns and infinite color combinations, these iconic cords serve more purposes than simple decoration.Reinforcement of the TsukaThe tsuka, or hilt, of swords such as kata

Belts are normally a topic that few people think about, and often times are pushed aside as simply an item that has always been around and that requires little to no thought on their origins. While we normally only wear belts in modern times as a means to hold larger pants or shorts at the proper waist area, or as a way to look more presentable during formal occasions, in Medieval times in Europe, belts were worn for a variety of different, and interesting, reasons.Belts, at their core, were int