{"product_id":"vein-tibetan-protection-braided-cord-bracelet","title":"Vein – 脈 | Tibetan Protection Braided Cord Bracelet","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDesign Concept\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVein – 脈 began with the observation that the things that keep a body alive are mostly hidden. The veins under the skin, the breath in the chest, the small steady current of attention through a day — none of these are visible from outside, but life depends on them moving. Vein translates that fact into the simplest possible wearable form: two cord colors woven into a single line, carried along the inside of the wrist where a vein would actually run. The piece is a small visible mark of an otherwise invisible flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe two cord colors meet but never blur — Steady Courage woven from red and dark blue, Gentle Path from green and white. A fine metallic gold thread runs along the closure where the hand most often returns, the smallest possible bright signal that something is moving even when the surface looks still. The kanji 脈 means vein, pulse, current — the unbroken line that carries something through. The braided structure makes the metaphor literal: small repeated handwork building, over hours, a single steady channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp lang=\"ja\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e静かな流れを、手首にひと筋。\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Craft\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade with hand-braided natural fiber cord, two cord colors interwoven down the length of the piece, finished with a sliding adjustable closure that suits most adult wrists. A fine gold thread detail runs along the closure — a quiet visual punctuation woven through the braid rather than a separate decorative weight. Each bracelet is finished by hand; the interweaving of the two cords, the placement of the gold thread, and the way the cord softens with wear all carry small natural variation between pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEnergy \u0026amp; Intention\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vein is what makes a body continuous. Blood, water, breath — life moves through everything that lives because it has a channel to move through. Vein translates that fact into a small wearable form: two cord colors woven into a single steady line, with a fine metallic gold thread carried along the closure — the small bright signal that says \u003cem\u003esomething is moving here, even when the surface looks still.\u003c\/em\u003e The piece is built for the days a person needs to remember that quiet does not mean stuck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe gold thread carries an additional register: a smooth path forward, the soft wish that obstacles soften and the way ahead stays clear. The two color flows offer different versions of that steadiness. \u003cstrong\u003eSteady Courage\u003c\/strong\u003e (red and dark blue) reads warm and grounded — the protective steadiness of evening light, the cord for seasons that ask for courage held quietly. \u003cstrong\u003eGentle Path\u003c\/strong\u003e (green and white) reads soft and renewing — the calm steadiness of early growth, the cord for seasons that ask for a softer beginning. Each can be worn as a reminder of peace and a path that opens gently — a reminder, not a guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor wearers who want jewelry that carries a small symbolic meaning around peace, protection, or the smoothing of a difficult season. Vein sits cleanly on a bare wrist or under a sleeve, layers easily with other KAGAKI cord bracelets, and works equally well as a quiet daily piece worn for one's own reasons or as a gift for someone moving through a transition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGift Idea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA considered gift for a friend in a difficult season, a partner moving through a new chapter, or anyone who would benefit from a small daily reminder of a smooth path. Steady Courage for grounded protection, Gentle Path for soft renewal. Thoughtfully wrapped in KAGAKI gift-ready packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReal natural fiber cord is sensitive to water, perfume, lotions, and prolonged sunlight. The metallic gold thread is delicate; remove the bracelet before bathing, swimming, or sleeping, and avoid pulling at the gold thread directly. Adjust the slide gently. Store flat away from light to keep the cord's color and the thread's brightness. See \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/jewelry-care\"\u003eKAGAKI jewelry care\u003c\/a\u003e for full guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKAGAKI Signature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned by KAGAKI in Japan. Handmade with intention. Each piece is finished by hand and quietly inspected before it is sent on. \u003cem\u003eInspired by nature. Made with intention. Handmade with blessings.\u003c\/em\u003e Read more in our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/craft-philosophy\"\u003ecraft philosophy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp lang=\"ja\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e自然に導かれ、意図を込めて、祝福とともに手仕事で仕立てています。\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eProduct Facts\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cord Bracelet (Two Color, Gold Thread Detail)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e adjustable, fits 6.5–8 inch wrist (slide closure)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural fiber cord, cotton, metallic gold thread accent\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntention options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steady Courage · Gentle Path\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 4 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small-batch handmade — variation between pieces is part of how handmade objects age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntended use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spiritual jewelry, protection \/ peace bracelet, daily wear, gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove before water, perfume, and prolonged sunlight; store flat away from light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShips from:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan \/ KAGAKI atelier\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelated collections:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-bracelets\"\u003eAll Bracelets\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cord-bracelets\"\u003eCord Bracelets\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/protection-bracelets\"\u003eProtection Bracelets\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spiritual-jewelry\"\u003eSpiritual Jewelry\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gifts\"\u003eGifts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kg-trust-block\" style=\"margin: 2em 0; padding: 1.5em 1.75em; background: #faf7f2; border: 1px solid rgba(140,122,76,0.18); border-radius: 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.85em 0; font-family: 'Jost', sans-serif; font-size: 0.72rem; letter-spacing: 0.18em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #8c7a4c;\"\u003eMade + sent by KAGAKI\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Jost', sans-serif; color: #4a4540; line-height: 1.85; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.6em 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #39342f; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eHandmade in California.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each piece is finished by hand in small batches; no two are identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.6em 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #39342f; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eShipped from Hollywood, California.\u003c\/strong\u003e Most pieces ship within 2–5 business days via USPS with tracking included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.6em 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #39342f; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eFree U.S. Ground Shipping over $39.\u003c\/strong\u003e A small thank-you for orders that meet the threshold. Priority \u0026amp; Express remain available at standard USPS rates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.6em 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #39342f; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eReturns + care.\u003c\/strong\u003e Reach us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:hello@kagaki.com\" style=\"color: #8c7a4c;\"\u003ehello@kagaki.com\u003c\/a\u003e within 14 days of receipt for return or exchange. Care notes: keep cord pieces away from prolonged water; the cord softens with wear and that is part of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #39342f; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eQuestions before you order?\u003c\/strong\u003e Email us — we read every message ourselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"KAGAKI","offers":[{"title":"Steady Courage","offer_id":50592239583478,"sku":"KGK-CORD-VIN-001","price":15.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gentle Path","offer_id":50592239616246,"sku":"KGK-CORD-VIN-002","price":15.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0790\/1354\/4182\/files\/kagaki-bracelet-two-color-braided-gold-knot-bracelet-red-darkblue-styled-09.jpg?v=1778391773","url":"https:\/\/kagaki.com\/products\/vein-tibetan-protection-braided-cord-bracelet","provider":"KAGAKI","version":"1.0","type":"link"}