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Antique Kozuka for Samurai Sword with NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Certificate (K-86)
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Title: Daikokuten Zu Description According to the certificate, the theme of this Kozuka is Daikokuten Rusu moyou (大黒天留守模様), and it was created by the craftsmen Shujo (就乗) and Goto Mitsutada (後藤光覧). Both belonged to the Goto school (後藤), a prestigious line of sword fittings artisans that was active during the Edo period. There is little information available about Shujo, but Mitsutada is said to have been born in Kyoto in 1806 as the fifth-generation artisan and passed away in 1868. Regarding the design, it features a daikon (Japanese radish) and an Uchide-no-Koduchi (打ち出の小槌, small mallet), both of which symbolize Daikokuten (大黒天), a Japanese deity. Daikokuten is primarily known as the god of bountiful harvests. It is believed that he grants contentment in heart, contentment with savings, and contentment in life to those who worship him. He wears a hood, carries a large bag over his left shoulder, and holds an Uchide-no-Koduchi (mallet of good fortune) in his right hand, which is famous in folk tales. He is depicted with drooping earlobes and a wide smile and is also known to favor daikon (Japanese radish). As for the material, shakudo is used. Shakudo is a traditional Japanese alloy of copper and gold, known for its deep blue-black patina. This kozuka also features a nanako-ji (魚々子地) ground—a finely textured surface created by punching tiny dots in a regular pattern—adding depth and refinement to the background. *As this item is an antique, please check each photo and ensure its condition. What is Kozuka? Kozuka is the small knife stored in Kozuka Hitsu (groove of the sheath of the Japanese sword). Many Tsubas (handguard) have two holes to put Kozuka and Kougai (equipment for appearance) next to Nakagoana (a hole of the Tsuba to put sword), so that Samurai didn’t need to draw his sword out of the scabbard when he wanted to use Kozuka or Kougai. Initially, Samurai used it for cutting wood or attacking enemies in an emergency. It is said that Kozuka was used as a craft knife rather than a weapon. The decorative designs of Kozuka were more emphasized than its practical use in the Edo period when Samurai society enjoyed one of the most peaceful times. And there were many ornamental Kozuka and Kougai created by Japanese metalworkers. Why is it that the sword mounting was important for Samurai? The sword mountings of the Japanese sword have many kinds of decorations such as handguards (Tsuba), sword hilt (Menuki), pommel (Fuchi Kashira). The Japanese sword worked as a weapon and as an object to show who he was. For example, it shows their personalities and beliefs. You could say that it is like decorations for smartphones today. We recommend you zoom in on the pictures of the sword fittings. When you do so, you can see the skill of Japanese metal engraving techniques. They are mainly made of iron and copper with inlays of gold, silver, and bronze. When it comes to handguard (Tsuba), each one has a different outline and weight. These sword fittings that have lived with Japanese swords of the same age might be worth as much as the Japanese swords. They are inconspicuous parts of the Japanese sword. Nevertheless, if you are knowledgeable or particular about it, you will become a connoisseur of the Samurai. Authentication Paper : Tokubetsu NBTHK Hozon Certificate NBTHK, also known as Nihon Bijutsu Touken Hozon Kyokai (the Society for the Preservation of the Japan Art Sword), is one of the oldest Japanese sword appraising organizations in modern-day Japan. They authenticated the Kozuka on October 7th in the 4th year of Reiwa (2022). They appraised it as Tokubetsu Hozon Tousougu, the Kozuka especially worth preserving for Japanese society. The purchaser will receive this original certificate as well. We can also translate what is written into English and make a PDF file for your record if you request. 【About us】 Samurai Museum is located in Tokyo, Japan, exhibiting antique artifacts related to the Samurai history. Samurai Museum Shop is t
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Title: Daikokuten Zu Description According to the certificate, the theme of this Kozuka is Daikokuten Rusu moyou (大黒天留守模様), and it was created by the craftsmen Shujo (就乗) and Goto Mitsutada (後藤光覧). Both belonged to the Goto school (後藤), a prestigious line of sword fittings artisans that was active during the Edo period. There is little information available about Shujo, but Mitsutada is said to have been born in Kyoto in 1806 as the fifth-generation artisan and passed away in 1868. Regarding the design, it features a daikon (Japanese radish) and an Uchide-no-Koduchi (打ち出の小槌, small mallet), both of which symbolize Daikokuten (大黒天), a Japanese deity. Daikokuten is primarily known as the god of bountiful harvests. It is believed that he grants contentment in heart, contentment with savings, and contentment in life to those who worship him. He wears a hood, carries a large bag over his left shoulder, and holds an Uchide-no-Koduchi (mallet of good fortune) in his right hand, which is famous in folk tales. He is depicted with drooping earlobes and a wide smile and is also known to favor daikon (Japanese radish). As for the material, shakudo is used. Shakudo is a traditional Japanese alloy of copper and gold, known for its deep blue-black patina. This kozuka also features a nanako-ji (魚々子地) ground—a finely textured surface created by punching tiny dots in a regular pattern—adding depth and refinement to the background. *As this item is an antique, please check each photo and ensure its condition. What is Kozuka? Kozuka is the small knife stored in Kozuka Hitsu (groove of the sheath of the Japanese sword). Many Tsubas (handguard) have two holes to put Kozuka and Kougai (equipment for appearance) next to Nakagoana (a hole of the Tsuba to put sword), so that Samurai didn’t need to draw his sword out of the scabbard when he wanted to use Kozuka or Kougai. Initially, Samurai used it for cutting wood or attacking enemies in an emergency. It is said that Kozuka was used as a craft knife rather than a weapon. The decorative designs of Kozuka were more emphasized than its practical use in the Edo period when Samurai society enjoyed one of the most peaceful times. And there were many ornamental Kozuka and Kougai created by Japanese metalworkers. Why is it that the sword mounting was important for Samurai? The sword mountings of the Japanese sword have many kinds of decorations such as handguards (Tsuba), sword hilt (Menuki), pommel (Fuchi Kashira). The Japanese sword worked as a weapon and as an object to show who he was. For example, it shows their personalities and beliefs. You could say that it is like decorations for smartphones today. We recommend you zoom in on the pictures of the sword fittings. When you do so, you can see the skill of Japanese metal engraving techniques. They are mainly made of iron and copper with inlays of gold, silver, and bronze. When it comes to handguard (Tsuba), each one has a different outline and weight. These sword fittings that have lived with Japanese swords of the same age might be worth as much as the Japanese swords. They are inconspicuous parts of the Japanese sword. Nevertheless, if you are knowledgeable or particular about it, you will become a connoisseur of the Samurai. Authentication Paper : Tokubetsu NBTHK Hozon Certificate NBTHK, also known as Nihon Bijutsu Touken Hozon Kyokai (the Society for the Preservation of the Japan Art Sword), is one of the oldest Japanese sword appraising organizations in modern-day Japan. They authenticated the Kozuka on October 7th in the 4th year of Reiwa (2022). They appraised it as Tokubetsu Hozon Tousougu, the Kozuka especially worth preserving for Japanese society. The purchaser will receive this original certificate as well. We can also translate what is written into English and make a PDF file for your record if you request. 【About us】 Samurai Museum is located in Tokyo, Japan, exhibiting antique artifacts related to the Samurai history. Samurai Museum Shop is t
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