Katana - Japan
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Description from the seller
Katana and Shirasaya (NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Token) imported to France in January 2025
Inscription: Tame Hidaka Michio 42 Sai 日高道雄四十二歳
Hishu Yatsushiro Ju Yoshitsugu Saku 肥州八代住吉次作
Showa Hinoto-U Nen 2 Gatsu 昭和丁卯年二月日
This katana was made by Hishu Yatsushiro Ju Yoshitsugu in February 1987 for Mr. Hidaka Michio at the age of 42.
This blade is classified as Jyojyo Saku among the works of Hishu Yatsushiro Yoshitsugu.
Habaki: Double habaki plated with gold
Blade length: 67.6 cm (26.61 in)
Curvature: 2.0 cm (0.79 in)
Mekugi-hole: 1
Base width: 3.38 cm (1.33 in)
Tip width: 2.97 cm (1.17 in)
Thickness: 0.7 cm (0.28 in)
Sword weight: 885 g
Era: February 1987
Shape: broad, thick blade with deep curvature and long kissaki. Boshi is carved on both sides.
Jigane: fine Ko-itame hada
Hamon: Niedeki Gunome midare with deep nioikuchi and Boshi is midarekomi and pointed.
Characteristics: Yoshitsugu is a Kumamoto-born smith who learned sword-making from Minamoto Moriyoshi, the Mukansa smith.
Sunagashi and Kinsuji; this hamon recalls Kiyomaro. The Jigane is very clear.
With ORIGAMI NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon and copy of the Torokusho
The photos do not reflect the beauty of this work of art, unfortunately.
International buyers: Import duties, customs taxes, and any local sales taxes are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These fees are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
We invite you to check with the customs office in your country before bidding to assess potential tax amounts.
The real value of the item will be declared on customs documents in accordance with current international regulations.
Katana and Shirasaya (NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Token) imported to France in January 2025
Inscription: Tame Hidaka Michio 42 Sai 日高道雄四十二歳
Hishu Yatsushiro Ju Yoshitsugu Saku 肥州八代住吉次作
Showa Hinoto-U Nen 2 Gatsu 昭和丁卯年二月日
This katana was made by Hishu Yatsushiro Ju Yoshitsugu in February 1987 for Mr. Hidaka Michio at the age of 42.
This blade is classified as Jyojyo Saku among the works of Hishu Yatsushiro Yoshitsugu.
Habaki: Double habaki plated with gold
Blade length: 67.6 cm (26.61 in)
Curvature: 2.0 cm (0.79 in)
Mekugi-hole: 1
Base width: 3.38 cm (1.33 in)
Tip width: 2.97 cm (1.17 in)
Thickness: 0.7 cm (0.28 in)
Sword weight: 885 g
Era: February 1987
Shape: broad, thick blade with deep curvature and long kissaki. Boshi is carved on both sides.
Jigane: fine Ko-itame hada
Hamon: Niedeki Gunome midare with deep nioikuchi and Boshi is midarekomi and pointed.
Characteristics: Yoshitsugu is a Kumamoto-born smith who learned sword-making from Minamoto Moriyoshi, the Mukansa smith.
Sunagashi and Kinsuji; this hamon recalls Kiyomaro. The Jigane is very clear.
With ORIGAMI NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon and copy of the Torokusho
The photos do not reflect the beauty of this work of art, unfortunately.
International buyers: Import duties, customs taxes, and any local sales taxes are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These fees are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
We invite you to check with the customs office in your country before bidding to assess potential tax amounts.
The real value of the item will be declared on customs documents in accordance with current international regulations.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Japan
Condition
Excellent
Overall Length
67.6 cm
Estimated period
1980-1990
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