Katana - (Tameshigiri: Tested on Cadavers) Wakizashi by Bicyu-no-kuni Mizuta-jyu 備中国水田住 Kunishige 国重 with - Japan - Mittlere Edo-Zeit

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【Product details】

Experience the rich history of Japanese sword-making with this meticulously crafted wakizashi by Bicyu-no-kuni Mizuta-jyu Kunishige, a key figure in the Mizuta school of swordsmiths. Originating from the late Muromachi period and thriving well into the mid-Edo period, the Mizuta school is believed to have begun either as the descendants of the old Aoe Kunimitsu lineage or with Kunishige, who migrated from Bingo Province.

This wakizashi is accompanied by a copy of the original Firearms and Swords Registration Certificate, as the original is returned to the authorities. The certificate, issued by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government with registration no. 325552 on November 8th, 2021 (Reiwa 4), details the sword's specifications: measuring 54.3 cm in length and 1.1 cm in curvature, with one peg hole. Intriguingly, the inscription "Futatsudou sai-dan" (cut through two bodies) on this wakizashi indicates its historical use in "tameshigiri", the practice of testing a sword's sharpness and quality. During the Edo period, this often involved cutting through the bodies of multiple executed criminals, thus marking the blade with a unique testament to its cutting ability.

While there are signs of wear, including a missing hilt and traces of rust removal, these elements contribute to the wakizashi's historical narrative. For a comprehensive understanding of its condition, please review the provided photographs. Note that the stand shown is for display purposes only and is not included with the sale.

Length of the blade: 70.3 cm

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