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Antique Japanese Sword Katana Signed by Fujiwara Kuniyoshi with Tokubetsu Hozon Certificate 【Description】 Summary This blade was signed by Bungo no Kami Kuniyoshi (豊後守国義). Its NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon certificate also says that it was made in Wakasa province (Today’s Fukui prefecture) during the Kanbu era ( 1661-1673 ). Kuniyoshi is known as a younger brother of the first-gen Shinano Kami Nobuyoshi (初代信濃守信吉), one of the most famous swordsmiths in Yamashiro province (Today’s Kyoto) during the early-mid Edo period. Kuniyoshi belonged to Mishina school, which was prosperous in Yamashiro and Osaka, and other parts of Japan during the Edo period. Kuniyoshi started his career in Yamashiro province by learning sword-forging techniques from his older brother, the first-gen Shinano Kami Nobuyoshi. After mastering high-level craftmanship, he moved to Omi province (Shiga prefecture) and then Bushu province (Today’s Tokyo). Eventually, he settled in Wakasa province (Fukui prefecture) by being hired by Obama clan. He received the honorable official title of Bungo no Kami in his career. Mishina School Mishina school was founded 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. 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. 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). This authentication paper was only given to authentic Japanese swords, especially well preserved and high quality with artistic value. 【 Blade】 Cutting Edge Length (Nagasa) : 73.0 cm (28.7 inches) Curvature (Sori) : 1.6 cm (0.63 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. This Fuchi Kashira has a decorative look. The Kiri (桐, paulownia) flowers are designed on it. The surfaces of the flowers, grass and branches were painted with gold, and its bright color is still partially preserved. The same type of gold coloring is seen in another sword mounting, which will be described later, adding a gorgeousness to the appearance of this Koshirae. The Kiri pattern is generally composed of three standing straight inflorescences and three leaves. The number of blooming flowers at each inflorescence means the ranks of this design. In this Fuchi Kashira, paulownias are drawn relatively realistically; the Gosan-no-Kiri Monyou (五三の桐文様) is a popular design that the paulownia motif is used. This pattern was once used by the imperial family and people in authority back then. Today, it is permitted to use by ordinary households and is appreciated as their family crests. According to a tradition, the Houou (鳳凰, Fenghuang, a kind of sacred beast) re

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Antique Katana Signed by Fujiwara Kuniyoshi | Samurai Museum Shop

Name: Antique Katana Signed by Fujiwara Kuniyoshi | Samurai Museum Shop
Brand: Bungonokami Fujiwara Kuniyoshi
SKU: 497617
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