【Important notes】 ・International Buyers: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. ・Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These duties are paid to your country's customs office and not to us. Prompt payment of these fees is necessary to ensure delivery of your item. 【Product details】 A prestigious artifact from the Edo period or later, the "Kiyomasa Kō Butoku Kantsū Den" (Lord Kiyomasa's Biography of Martial Virtue) honors the courageous samurai Kato Kiyomasa. Celebrated for his service under Toyotomi Hideyoshi, Kiyomasa is immortalized as one of the legendary "Seven Spears of Shizugatake" and the first lord of Higo-Kumamoto Domain. His military prowess shone during the Korean campaigns, and his cultural legacy includes significant land and water management in his domain. Kiyomasa Kō worship spread across Japan posthumously, with devotees seeking blessings for martial fortune, commercial success, and health. Authored by Yanagisuitei Tanekiyo, a respected writer of the Edo period known for his engaging narrative style and portrayal of historical figures, this book is a testament to his literary craftsmanship. Embellished with striking ukiyo-e prints, it captures the essence of the period's visual and storytelling tradition. This antique volume showcases the allure of Edo storytelling, enriched with vibrant ukiyo-e woodblock prints that bring Kiyomasa's legends to life. The book bears signs of age and wear, including marks, folds, creases, and notations from a previous owner, as well as fraying on the closing strings. Please refer to the photographs for a comprehensive understanding of its condition. A captivating collector's item, this book offers a tangible connection to Japan's illustrious samurai past. Dimensions: approx. H 18 cm W 12 cm D 0.8 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!