Refers to a flat, woven cord traditionally used for tying armor, sword hilts, or as a decorative element. Often seen in historical or craft contexts.
真田紐は、鎧の緒や刀の柄巻きに使われた。
Sanada cords were used for armor lacing and sword hilt wrapping.
He tied the sword hilt with a braided cord.
この袋の口は真田で結んである。
The mouth of this bag is tied with a braided cord.
職人が丁寧に真田を編んでいる。
The craftsman is carefully weaving a braided cord.
組み紐 is the general term for any braided cord, whereas 真田 refers specifically to the flat, tightly woven style used for armor and hilts.
Standard kanji spelling for this braided cord or plait.
The name is said to derive from the Sanada clan, who popularized this style of braided cord. The exact historical derivation is uncertain.