【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. ・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. 【Important notes – Swords】 ・Please note that obtaining the necessary export permit for sword typically takes about 3 to 4 weeks, so kindly be aware of this timeline in advance. ・The following countries prohibit sword imports, so please refrain from bidding. (AUSTRIA, BELGIUM & the UNITED KINGDOM) ・The following countries can be shipped by airmail (GERMANY, FRANCE, POLAND & the UNITED STATES). All other destinations will be shipped by Japan Post seamail (lead time 3 to 4 months), as airlines refuse to carry swords. However, if you require faster delivery, air shipping may be possible through a different carrier for an additional fee, so please contact us. 【Product details】 This is a katana from the Edo period, housed in a complete koshirae featuring refined decorative fittings and a uniquely finished lacquer scabbard. The scabbard is a striking example of wari-urushi (crackled lacquer), a type of kawari-nuri (special lacquer finish) that resembles tortoiseshell or fine craquelure. It is decorated with plum blossom motifs, traditionally associated with endurance and renewal. The tsuba is round and made of iron, with gold inlay and evidence of fitting adjustment marks (sekigane inserts and reshaping) around the central opening. The pommel cap (kashira) is crafted in shakudō with a nanako ground – a painstaking metalwork technique made by punching tiny dots into the surface to produce a fine texture. The design depicts a plum tree and white-eye bird (mejiro) in high relief. The hilt collar (fuchi) features a hammered stone-grain texture (ishimeji) or hammered finish (tsuchimeji), adding a rustic and elegant feel. The handle and its fittings are of modern construction. The menuki appear to be made of plastic designed to resemble tortoiseshell. This sword comes with a photocopy of its Firearms and Swords Registration Certificate from Toyama Prefecture, number 15209, as the original will be returned to the government. The certificate details are as follows: Type: Sword, Length: 72.0 cm, Curvature: 0.8 cm, with one peg hole, and no inscription. It was issued on 19 May, Showa 50 (1975). There is a gap of about 1 mm between the tsuba and seppa, causing a rattling sound. There is rust on the blade, and the tip shows a chip. The tsuba has rust, and the metal fittings show patina. The lacquer scabbard has discolouration and blemishes. Please refer to the photos for full condition details. The display stand is not included. Length of the blade: 94.5 cm Total length including scabbard: 99 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. Attribution provided for reference only, subject to authentication ・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!