This tsuba, crafted by Myochin Muneharu in 1872, features a moon, pine tree, and nikaibishi (double diamond) motif in openwork on an iron ground. The Myochin school, traditionally known for armor, extended their ironworking expertise to sword fittings during the Edo period, a tradition continued into the Meiji era. This piece is a valuable example from the period just before the Haitorei (sword ban) of 1876, showcasing the refined iron tsuba design of the Myochin school.
Offered by Touken Matsumoto
We couldn’t find current papers for this piece. Ask the dealer whether it has been, or can be, submitted to shinsa. — Hoshi












Myochin Muneharu II
Meiji
Dewanokuni Shonai
Signed
Tosho-Katchushi · Musashi
1 piece on the market now
Tosho-Katchushi · Kyoto
19 pieces on the market now
| Smith | Era | Designated |
|---|---|---|
| Munemasa宗政 | — | 0 |
| Yasutsugu保次 | — | 0 |
| Munesada宗定 | — | 0 |
| Munetsugu宗次 | — | 0 |
| Yoshitada義忠 | — | 0 |
We could not find an authenticity certificate on the seller’s listing. Japanese swords and fittings are normally papered by the NBTHK (or the NTHK). Without one, the attribution is the seller’s own assessment and has not been independently verified — treat it with caution and ask the dealer about certification before buying.
Domestic: items may be returned within 7 days in original condition for a full refund (buyer covers transport). Overseas orders: no-refunds, no-returns.
¥75,000