日本刀 刀 銘 丹波守吉道 NBTHK 特別保存刀剣鑑定書付

附属品

NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Certificate, Shirasaya Case, Traditional Sword Carrying Bag, Sword Maintenance Kit, Full Exportation Support

Category

Katana (SHINTO)

Age

Early Edo period (1661-1681)

Location

Yamashiro Province (Today’s Kyoto)

登録証

Tokyo 126537

販売店の記載のまま

Summary This blade was signed by the third-gen Kyo Tanba no Kami Yoshimichi (京三代丹波守吉道), who was active during 1661-1681. The swordsmith name Yoshimichi prospered in both Osaka and Kyoto for generations during the Edo period. And to distinguish two Yoshimichi, The one in Kyoto is called Kyo Yoshimichi, and the other one is called Osaka Yoshimichi. NBTHK judged which generation of Kyo Yoshimichi forged the blade and mentioned in the certificate. The third-gen Kyo Yoshimichi belonged to the prestigious school called Mishina (三品) school. The birth name of the third-gen was Mishina Tokuzaemon (三品特左衛門). And, he received Tanba no Kami title in the second year of the Kanbun era (1662) but he deceased in the 9th year of the Kanbun era (1669). Therefore, there are not many remaining works signed by the third-gen Tanba no Kami Yoshimichi. The birth name of the fourth-gen was Mishina Kichinojyo (三品吉之丞). He received the same title in the 12th year of the Kanbun Era (1672). Tanba no Kami was hereditary title the generations of Yoshimichi received in their career. Kami is the honorable official title given by the imperial court for one’s excellent craftsmanship. The first-gen Tanba no Kami Yoshimichi The first-gen Tanba no Kami Yoshimichi belonged to Kyoto Mishina school and was one of the sons of the Mishina school’s founder. Mishina school was created by the first-gen Mutsu no Kami Omichi (陸奥守大道), also known as Kanemichi. It is said that initially, he was from Mino province, exclusively forging blades for Shingen Takeda, a famous feudal lord. Later on, he moved to Kyoto by bringing his four sons and founded his school in Kyoto. Five sons were Iga no Kami Kinmichi(伊賀守金道)、Izumi no Kami Rai Kinmichi(和泉守来金道), Tanba no Kami Yoshimichi(丹波守吉道) and Echu no kami Masatoshi(越中守正俊). His sons were known as Kyoto Gokaji(京都五鍛冶), prestigious swordsmiths forging in Kyoto in the early Edo period. The first-gen Tanba no Kami Yoshimichi developed a unique Hamon pattern(tempering line) called Sudareba(簾刃). Sudare means traditional screens or blinds in Japanese. The Hamon pattern he invented resembles its appearance to Sudare. This blade has a beautiful Sudareba Hamon. This special characteristic was passed down to generations of Yoshimichi. Mishina school was prosperous throughout the Edo period and spread to other parts of Japan, such as Osaka. The superb craftsmanship of the Mishina school was passed down for generations. The 3rd Yoshimichi is a good examples, and you can see excellent artistry from this blade. Kyo Yoshimichi school lasted seven generations by the end of the Edo period. It is appraised as a Tokubetsu Hozon Token (特別保存刀剣) issued by NBTHK (Nihon Bijutsu Touken Hozon Kyokai:日本美術刀剣保存協会). Nakago This blade has this chrysanthemum emblem.The third-gen was allowed to inscribe a chrysanthemum emblem(菊花紋章, Kikka-monsho), which is the symbol of the Japanese emperor. Their sword forging technique was so great that the emperor permitted him to use this emblem, which was honorable for any swordsmith. Tsuka and Menuki This menuki motif appears to depict a peony (牡丹, Botan). The peony has long been regarded as a symbol of happiness, wealth, nobility, and elegance. In Japanese culture, it is considered a good-luck motif, often associated with prosperity and bountiful harvests. The word botan is composed of two characters, and the second character refers to a mythical herbal medicine believed to grant eternal youth. Because of this, the peony also carries connotations of longevity and everlasting vitality. Tsuba and Habaki *Please keep in mind that this Habaki is made of wood. It is called Kihabaki (木鎺). The motif on this Tsuba depicts karigane (雁金), or wild geese. In Japanese culture, karigane are migratory birds that symbolize seasonal change, safe return, and loyalty. Their graceful V-shaped flight and predictable migratory patterns have long been admired and used as auspicious motifs in samurai art and family crests. Saya This Saya is covered with black lacquer. Due to its high waterproof effect, lacquer has been used since ancient times in Asia. The blade of a Japanese sword is made of iron, and moisture is the greatest enemy of iron. For the purpose of carrying the blade without degrading it, people devised a method of coating the scabbard with lacquer. To prevent not only moisture but also rain and snow from penetrating the inside of the scabbard, it was necessary to apply multiple layers of lacquer. The Nushi (塗師, lacquerers) was born precisely because advanced techniques were required to handle the complicated processes. Authentication Paper They authenticated the blade on August 23rd in the 6th year of Reiwa (2024). They appraised it as Tokubetsu Hozon Touken, the blade especially worth preserving for Japanese society.