【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, ＆CROATIA). 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】 Presenting an exquisite Edo period wakizashi by Kanenori, complete with shirasaya, koshirae, and two Tokubetsu Kicho (Especially Precious) certificates from the Nihon Bijutsu Token Hozon Kyokai (NBTHK). The wakizashi features a beautiful hamon and is certified as an especially precious sword. The certificate states: "No. 371057, Wakizashi Unsigned (Kanenori), Length 37.1 cm, Certified Tokubetsu Kicho by NBTHK on May 20, Showa 54 (1979)." The mountings, also certified, includes detailed fittings: "No. 318, Black Lacquer Saya Wakizashi Mountings, Grape and Mouse motif in shakudo with gold inlay, Iron tsuba with chrysanthemum leaves." Menuki depict daffodils, and the tsuba features chrysanthemum leaf openwork. Coller and pommel have shakudo nanako with grape, chestnut, and mouse motifs symbolizing abundance, strength, and prosperity. Shakudo nanako involves tiny circular patterns resembling fish eggs, adding depth and texture. The sword includes a copy of its Firearms and Swords Registration Certificate. Details: Registration number Yamagata Prefecture No. 37727. Type: wakizashi. Blade length: 37.1 cm. Curvature: 0.5 cm. 1 peg hole. Inscription: unsigned. Issued: Showa 48 (1973), December 17. The blade has some scratches and minor nicks, the tsuba shows rust, and the saya has scratches, chips, and small dents. Metal fittings show discoloration, the cloth bag has tears, and the handle has dirt. The mounting is longer than the blade. Refer to the photographs for condition. The display stand is not included. Length of the blade: 49 cm Total length including white scabbard: 57.5 cm Total length including mountings: 69 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・In absence of modern certification, the signature and datation remains subject to authentication by modern standard. ・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!