U+9354 "鍔" CJK Unified Ideograph-# Unicode Character
U+9354 "鍔" CJK Unified Ideograph-# is a traditional Chinese and Japanese character that primarily means "sword guard" or "hilt," referring to the protective metal fitting between a sword's blade and handle. It also carries the broader meanings of "edge," "rim," or "blade" in certain contexts. In Chinese, this character is often used in classical literature or martial arts terminology, while in Japanese it is pronounced "tsuba" and is a key term in swordsmithing and the study of samurai weaponry (katana). The character is composed of the metal radical "金" (gold or metal) on the left, combined with the phonetic component "咢" on the right, which hints at its pronunciation and meaning related to metalwork. Though rare in modern everyday usage, it remains culturally significant in East Asian historical and craft contexts.