【Important notes】 ・International buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes, and charges not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please note that VAT paid to Catawiki is separate from and does not cover import duties or customs charges in your country. You may still be required to pay additional fees upon delivery, as determined by your local customs authorities. ・Shipping Details: Most items are shipped via Japan Post EMS (airmail). If you are in a hurry, we can arrange shipping via DHL or FedEx upon request for an additional fee. ・Damage and Issues: If you receive a damaged item, please contact us immediately. The damage must be reported to your local post office within 7 days of delivery, and promptly to us and Catawiki support. 【Product details】 A traditional Japanese Boys’ Day display featuring a bow and sword set (yumi-tachi), used as part of the May celebration to symbolise protection, strength, and the healthy growth of boys. The bow represents driving away evil spirits, while the sword symbolises protection and courage. This style of display originates from samurai household customs of the Kamakura–Muromachi periods. The decorative sword features gold-coloured fittings with a phoenix motif. In Japanese tradition, the phoenix represents renewal, virtue, and auspicious fortune. It is often associated with good beginnings and the hope for a successful future, making it a fitting symbol for Boys’ Day celebrations. The bow includes finely detailed feathered arrows and wrapped sections, with decorative cords adding to the overall display. The bases are finished in black lacquer. There is some discolouration on the handle and scabbard of the sword, and the central metal fitting is loose. The fastening cord is missing. The lacquered stands show minor scuffs from age. Overall, good to very good used condition for a Showa-period display. Please refer to the photos for details. Dimensions of Bow and Arrows: approx. H 60.5 cm W 12 cm D 14.5 cm Dimensions of Sword: approx. H 49 cm W 11.5 cm D 15 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!