This is a yasakuni katana made by Ikeda Yasumitsu, an instructor of the Yasakuni shrine. The sword resembles the old koto era swords and has a well forged hada and an elegant hamon with good hataraki. The mounts are military and in very good shape.




Yamagata · around 1926-1989
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 is a yasakuni katana made by Ikeda Yasumitsu, an instructor of the Yasakuni shrine. The sword resembles the old koto era swords and has a well forged hada and an elegant hamon with good hataraki. The mounts are military and in very good shape.




Yamagata · around 1926-1989
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.