Sword - Bokken in Legno, "Maestro Ujio - L'Ultimo Samurai" - Japan - 2000-2010
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Wooden bokken replica from the film The Last Samurai (2003), associated with Maestro Ujio, about 100 cm long, origin Japan, period 2000–2010, in good condition, with a tsuba and red-gold decorative cord, suitable for display, cosplay or martial arts training.
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If you’re a true martial arts cinema aficionado and student of samurai history, you can’t miss having this iconic wooden sword (Bokken) in your collection.
An evocative piece that immediately evokes the legendary rain-soaked training scene in the cinematic masterpiece The Last Samurai (2003). The two protagonists are:
- Captain Nathan Algren (Tom Cruise): The American officer taken prisoner and brought to the samurai village. In this scene he wields a red/brown bokken and is determined to learn the art of the sword, continually rising from the ground every time he’s knocked down in the mud.
- Master Ujio (Hiroyuki Sanada): The stern and undefeated fencing master of the village, right-hand of the samurai leader Katsumoto. He also wields a bokken of the same color and style and faces Algren to test his resilience, respect, and willpower.
The duel unfolds at the center of the village as it pours rain. Ujio intimidates Algren by ordering him to drop the sword, but Algren — not yet speaking the language and repeatedly struck — stubbornly grips the bokken and rises again. It’s the turning scene of the film; indeed it is right here that Algren earns the respect of Ujio and the entire samurai village for the first time, proving the true spirit of the warrior (Bushido)!
The Bokken for sale is the perfect reproduction, complete with the Tsuba (guard) and the distinctive red and gold decorative cord tied to the base of the guard. Fluid line, solid and finely finished, perfect for display, cosplay, or training in martial arts (Kenjutsu, Kendo, Aikido).
Why should a true FAN have it?
It’s not a mere training object; it’s a piece of atmosphere. Displayed on a wall-mounted stand or on a desk stand in your study or living room, it immediately captures the attention of anyone who enters. Feel the discipline, the way of the warrior (Bushido), and the epic of one of cinema history’s most famous battles and trainings!
Seller's Story
Welcome to our Catawiki store. Our journey in online sales began back in 2004, driven by a clear vision: creating online auctions dedicated to high-value objects.
Today, more than twenty years later, we carry forward that exact same vision. We are proud to have remained a small, family-run business, yet operating with the solidity and scale of major industry professionals: each year, we welcome more than 100 new clients, purchase over 150 lots, and select between 3,000 and 5,000 unique items to offer you.
Our commitment is reflected in everything we do, from the initial find to the final delivery to your doorstep:
• A Purchase with Social Value: Buying from us means securing a great deal while actively supporting the future of young Italian students. We collaborate closely with 3 graphic design and advertising schools in Milan, Bergamo, and Lecco.
We invest our time and expertise to teach these students the secrets of online sales, professional photography, and marketing. By choosing us, you are tangibly contributing to their education and career paths.
• Field Research and Discovery: For years, we have been personally scouting the most remote locations across Lombardy to find unique pieces, rarities, oddities, and mid-century modern design.
• We Invest Our Own Capital: We do not sell on consignment. We invest our own capital upfront to purchase and restore every single item, taking on all the risks ourselves.
• Direct Dealings with No Intermediaries: We manage every single price personally.
This allows us to eliminate third-party costs and ensure you get the best possible profit margin as a buyer or collector.
• Meticulous Restoration and Quality Control: We get our hands dirty. Every item is carefully restored and verified with an obsessive eye for detail before going up for auction.
• Secure and Eco-Friendly Shipping: To prevent inflated shipping costs and ensure indestructible packaging, my wife and I head out almost every evening, often at unusual hours, to collect heavy-duty industrial cardboard from businesses in our neighborhood.
We hand-select only pre-evaluated, ultra-resistant materials to offer you maximum protection at the lowest possible cost.
Choosing our lots means relying on the historic expertise of a family that has lived this passion since 2004, while investing in the next generation. Our schools and students thank you deeply for your trust.
Happy bidding!
Translated by Google TranslateIf you’re a true martial arts cinema aficionado and student of samurai history, you can’t miss having this iconic wooden sword (Bokken) in your collection.
An evocative piece that immediately evokes the legendary rain-soaked training scene in the cinematic masterpiece The Last Samurai (2003). The two protagonists are:
- Captain Nathan Algren (Tom Cruise): The American officer taken prisoner and brought to the samurai village. In this scene he wields a red/brown bokken and is determined to learn the art of the sword, continually rising from the ground every time he’s knocked down in the mud.
- Master Ujio (Hiroyuki Sanada): The stern and undefeated fencing master of the village, right-hand of the samurai leader Katsumoto. He also wields a bokken of the same color and style and faces Algren to test his resilience, respect, and willpower.
The duel unfolds at the center of the village as it pours rain. Ujio intimidates Algren by ordering him to drop the sword, but Algren — not yet speaking the language and repeatedly struck — stubbornly grips the bokken and rises again. It’s the turning scene of the film; indeed it is right here that Algren earns the respect of Ujio and the entire samurai village for the first time, proving the true spirit of the warrior (Bushido)!
The Bokken for sale is the perfect reproduction, complete with the Tsuba (guard) and the distinctive red and gold decorative cord tied to the base of the guard. Fluid line, solid and finely finished, perfect for display, cosplay, or training in martial arts (Kenjutsu, Kendo, Aikido).
Why should a true FAN have it?
It’s not a mere training object; it’s a piece of atmosphere. Displayed on a wall-mounted stand or on a desk stand in your study or living room, it immediately captures the attention of anyone who enters. Feel the discipline, the way of the warrior (Bushido), and the epic of one of cinema history’s most famous battles and trainings!
Seller's Story
Welcome to our Catawiki store. Our journey in online sales began back in 2004, driven by a clear vision: creating online auctions dedicated to high-value objects.
Today, more than twenty years later, we carry forward that exact same vision. We are proud to have remained a small, family-run business, yet operating with the solidity and scale of major industry professionals: each year, we welcome more than 100 new clients, purchase over 150 lots, and select between 3,000 and 5,000 unique items to offer you.
Our commitment is reflected in everything we do, from the initial find to the final delivery to your doorstep:
• A Purchase with Social Value: Buying from us means securing a great deal while actively supporting the future of young Italian students. We collaborate closely with 3 graphic design and advertising schools in Milan, Bergamo, and Lecco.
We invest our time and expertise to teach these students the secrets of online sales, professional photography, and marketing. By choosing us, you are tangibly contributing to their education and career paths.
• Field Research and Discovery: For years, we have been personally scouting the most remote locations across Lombardy to find unique pieces, rarities, oddities, and mid-century modern design.
• We Invest Our Own Capital: We do not sell on consignment. We invest our own capital upfront to purchase and restore every single item, taking on all the risks ourselves.
• Direct Dealings with No Intermediaries: We manage every single price personally.
This allows us to eliminate third-party costs and ensure you get the best possible profit margin as a buyer or collector.
• Meticulous Restoration and Quality Control: We get our hands dirty. Every item is carefully restored and verified with an obsessive eye for detail before going up for auction.
• Secure and Eco-Friendly Shipping: To prevent inflated shipping costs and ensure indestructible packaging, my wife and I head out almost every evening, often at unusual hours, to collect heavy-duty industrial cardboard from businesses in our neighborhood.
We hand-select only pre-evaluated, ultra-resistant materials to offer you maximum protection at the lowest possible cost.
Choosing our lots means relying on the historic expertise of a family that has lived this passion since 2004, while investing in the next generation. Our schools and students thank you deeply for your trust.
Happy bidding!
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Era
After 2000
Manufacturer/brand
Bokken in Legno, "Maestro Ujio - L'Ultimo Samurai"
Country of origin
Japan
Condition
Good
Overall Length
100 cm
Estimated period
2000-2010
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