This mumei katana has been attributed to Ikkansai Yoshihiro, who was active around Bunsei (1818 – 1831) in Edo. He held the position of Imperial Archives Keeper and is well-known for his Soshu den style, often aiming at Norishige in his works. The sword is in old sashi-komi polish with some surface blemishes and kitae ware in the ji, and it is accompanied by its original late Edo period aikuchi koshirae.
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Musashi · around 1804-1818
Fujishiro Chu-jo saku · Tōken Taikan top 87%
1 piece on the market now
For two and a half centuries of peace the sword was the warrior’s legal badge rather than his weapon. Each great city developed its own manner, Edo’s tested strength against Ōsaka’s polished brilliance, until demand thinned in the era’s last decades.
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.
We offer a 48 hour inspection period for all Antique items shipped within the United States only. If the item is not to your satisfaction, we will gladly refund your money less any shipping and handling fees. All sales are final after the 48 hour inspection period. Please note that all discounted items are a final sale and not returnable.
This mumei katana has been attributed to Ikkansai Yoshihiro, who was active around Bunsei (1818 – 1831) in Edo. He held the position of Imperial Archives Keeper and is well-known for his Soshu den style, often aiming at Norishige in his works. The sword is in old sashi-komi polish with some surface blemishes and kitae ware in the ji, and it is accompanied by its original late Edo period aikuchi koshirae.
NihontoWatchMusashi · around 1804-1818
Fujishiro Chu-jo saku · Tōken Taikan top 87%
1 piece on the market now
For two and a half centuries of peace the sword was the warrior’s legal badge rather than his weapon. Each great city developed its own manner, Edo’s tested strength against Ōsaka’s polished brilliance, until demand thinned in the era’s last decades.
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.
We offer a 48 hour inspection period for all Antique items shipped within the United States only. If the item is not to your satisfaction, we will gladly refund your money less any shipping and handling fees. All sales are final after the 48 hour inspection period. Please note that all discounted items are a final sale and not returnable.
