Antique Japanese Sword Katana Katana attributed to the second-gen Yamato Daijo Masanori with NTHK Kanteisho 【Description】 This blade is attributed to the second-gen Yamato Daijyo Fijiwara Masanori(大和大掾藤原正則), who was active during the early Edo period (Mid-Late 17th century). His father, the first-gen Masanori, was born in Miyatsu city, Tango koku(northern Koyoto prefecture). His father was especially active during the early Edo period(the 13th year of Keisho-the fourth year of Keian : 1608-1651). Both Masanori is famous for having forged extremely sharp blades and was popular among high-class Samurai. It is said that the first-gen Masanori was a descendant of Yamashiro koku Sanjyo Yoshinori(山城国三条吉則), one of the most famous swordsmiths during the Muromachi period(Prior to Edo period). After learning the sword-forging technique from Norimitsu(則光), his father, in Miyatsu city, the first-gen Masanori moved to Kyoto city. The first-gen Masanori was eventually noticed and supported by Matsudaira Hideyasu, the third son of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Edo government. Hideysu was the feudal lord of Echizen province during the early Edo period. He then moved to Echizen province to serve the Matsudaira clan. He became an Okakaekaji for Matsudaira Tadanao(松平忠直), who was the first son of Matsudaira Hideyasu. An Okakaekaji means those who exclusively forged swords for specific Samurai or clan. It was honorable for any makers to serve this position back then. He also received an official title of Yamato Daijyo from the emperor for his excellent craftsmanship. The second-gen Masanori (二代正則) originally signed Masanori (正法) but changed it to Masanori (正則). The second-gen also received Yamato Daijo title. *Please keep in mind that there are a couple of visible Kitae Kizu and partial black rust on the blade. If you like to see the detailed condition, please feel free to contact us. 【 Blade】 Cutting Edge Length(Nagasa) : 68.7 cm (27.0 inches) Curvature(Sori) : 0.8 cm (0.31 inches) Hamon : The crystalline structure which forms along the cutting edge of a blade as a result of the hardening process Jimon(Jihada) : visible steel surface pattern created by folding and hammering during forging process Nakago : Nakago is the tang of the Japanese sword. Japanese swordsmiths left the black rust on the tang because it prevents red rust while the tang is in its handle. And the discoloration of the tang was created over time, and it is a great indicator for a Japanese sword specialist to estimate when the sword was forged. Koshirae: Koshirae is the mounting of the Japanese sword. There are several parts that consist of Koshirae such as Saya(Scabbard), Tsuka(Handle), Tsuba(Handguard). Fuchi-Kashira : A pair of matching sword fittings that cover the upper and bottom parts of its sword hilt. Tsuka and Menuki : Tsuka is the handle of the Japanese sword and Menuki is its decoration. Tsuba and Habaki : Tsuba is the handguard for the Japanese Sword and Habaki is the equipment to make the blade not touch its scabbard inside. It prevents the blade from getting rusty and chipped. Saya : Saya is the scabbard for the Japanese sword. Authentication Paper : NTHK Kanteisho Certificate for the blade NTHK , also known as NPO Nihon Touken Hozon Kai, is the oldest organization for sword authentication of Japanese swords in modern times. It was established in 1889 during the post-Samurai era. They authenticated the blade on Nov 19th in the 5th year of Reiwa (2023). 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. Registration Number : Chiba 046852 The Board of Education in Chiba prefecture issued a registration paper for this sword . It is called Jyu Token Rui Torokusho(銃刀剣類登録証). Bunkacho(The Agency for Cultural Affairs) acknowledges a Japanese sword with this paper as a work of art. The sword needs to be traditionally hand-forged and made of Tamahagan

Antique Japanese Sword Katana Katana attributed to the second-gen Yamato Daijo Masanori with NTHK Kanteisho 【Description】 This blade is attributed to the second-gen Yamato Daijyo Fijiwara Masanori(大和大掾藤原正則), who was active during the early Edo period (Mid-Late 17th century). His father, the first-gen Masanori, was born in Miyatsu city, Tango koku(northern Koyoto prefecture). His father was especially active during the early Edo period(the 13th year of Keisho-the fourth year of Keian : 1608-1651). Both Masanori is famous for having forged extremely sharp blades and was popular among high-class Samurai. It is said that the first-gen Masanori was a descendant of Yamashiro koku Sanjyo Yoshinori(山城国三条吉則), one of the most famous swordsmiths during the Muromachi period(Prior to Edo period). After learning the sword-forging technique from Norimitsu(則光), his father, in Miyatsu city, the first-gen Masanori moved to Kyoto city. The first-gen Masanori was eventually noticed and supported by Matsudaira Hideyasu, the third son of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Edo government. Hideysu was the feudal lord of Echizen province during the early Edo period. He then moved to Echizen province to serve the Matsudaira clan. He became an Okakaekaji for Matsudaira Tadanao(松平忠直), who was the first son of Matsudaira Hideyasu. An Okakaekaji means those who exclusively forged swords for specific Samurai or clan. It was honorable for any makers to serve this position back then. He also received an official title of Yamato Daijyo from the emperor for his excellent craftsmanship. The second-gen Masanori (二代正則) originally signed Masanori (正法) but changed it to Masanori (正則). The second-gen also received Yamato Daijo title. *Please keep in mind that there are a couple of visible Kitae Kizu and partial black rust on the blade. If you like to see the detailed condition, please feel free to contact us. 【 Blade】 Cutting Edge Length(Nagasa) : 68.7 cm (27.0 inches) Curvature(Sori) : 0.8 cm (0.31 inches) Hamon : The crystalline structure which forms along the cutting edge of a blade as a result of the hardening process Jimon(Jihada) : visible steel surface pattern created by folding and hammering during forging process Nakago : Nakago is the tang of the Japanese sword. Japanese swordsmiths left the black rust on the tang because it prevents red rust while the tang is in its handle. And the discoloration of the tang was created over time, and it is a great indicator for a Japanese sword specialist to estimate when the sword was forged. Koshirae: Koshirae is the mounting of the Japanese sword. There are several parts that consist of Koshirae such as Saya(Scabbard), Tsuka(Handle), Tsuba(Handguard). Fuchi-Kashira : A pair of matching sword fittings that cover the upper and bottom parts of its sword hilt. Tsuka and Menuki : Tsuka is the handle of the Japanese sword and Menuki is its decoration. Tsuba and Habaki : Tsuba is the handguard for the Japanese Sword and Habaki is the equipment to make the blade not touch its scabbard inside. It prevents the blade from getting rusty and chipped. Saya : Saya is the scabbard for the Japanese sword. Authentication Paper : NTHK Kanteisho Certificate for the blade NTHK , also known as NPO Nihon Touken Hozon Kai, is the oldest organization for sword authentication of Japanese swords in modern times. It was established in 1889 during the post-Samurai era. They authenticated the blade on Nov 19th in the 5th year of Reiwa (2023). 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. Registration Number : Chiba 046852 The Board of Education in Chiba prefecture issued a registration paper for this sword . It is called Jyu Token Rui Torokusho(銃刀剣類登録証). Bunkacho(The Agency for Cultural Affairs) acknowledges a Japanese sword with this paper as a work of art. The sword needs to be traditionally hand-forged and made of Tamahagan