The twentieth century nearly killed the craft twice: wartime distortion, then the occupation ban. The NBTHK’s founding in 1948 and licensed forging from 1953 rebuilt the sword as an art, crowned by Living National Treasures and the mukansa rank.
This katana was forged by Akamatsu Taro Kanemitsu of Higo province in the Gendai era. The blade pays homage to swords made by Minamoto Kiyomaro and features a wide blade with a curvature typical of a tachi sword. It has a dynamic and magnificent appearance reminiscent of Kamakura period swords.
NihontoWatchmei · Showa (1926-1989) · nagasa 73.3cm · sori 2cm
Higo (Yatsushiro) · Heisei-Reiwa
3 pieces on the market now
The twentieth century nearly killed the craft twice: wartime distortion, then the occupation ban. The NBTHK’s founding in 1948 and licensed forging from 1953 rebuilt the sword as an art, crowned by Living National Treasures and the mukansa rank.
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.
As a general rule, returns/exchanges are not accepted on Japanese sword orders unless damaged upon delivery. Other items: returns/exchanges accepted within 7 days of delivery. Cancellation for personal reasons incurs a 30% restocking fee (70% refunded). Return shipping must be prepaid and insured by the buyer; shipping/handling fees are non-refundable. Contact katana@tozando.co.jp to initiate a return.
This katana was forged by Akamatsu Taro Kanemitsu of Higo province in the Gendai era. The blade pays homage to swords made by Minamoto Kiyomaro and features a wide blade with a curvature typical of a tachi sword. It has a dynamic and magnificent appearance reminiscent of Kamakura period swords.
NihontoWatchmei · Showa (1926-1989) · nagasa 73.3cm · sori 2cm
Higo (Yatsushiro) · Heisei-Reiwa
3 pieces on the market now
The twentieth century nearly killed the craft twice: wartime distortion, then the occupation ban. The NBTHK’s founding in 1948 and licensed forging from 1953 rebuilt the sword as an art, crowned by Living National Treasures and the mukansa rank.
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.
As a general rule, returns/exchanges are not accepted on Japanese sword orders unless damaged upon delivery. Other items: returns/exchanges accepted within 7 days of delivery. Cancellation for personal reasons incurs a 30% restocking fee (70% refunded). Return shipping must be prepaid and insured by the buyer; shipping/handling fees are non-refundable. Contact katana@tozando.co.jp to initiate a return.
