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Description

This is a tanto made by Norishige, a disciple of the Living National Treasure Miyairi Yukihira. The blade measures 19.8cm in nagasa and was made in Toyama in 1992 (Heisei 4). Norishige, whose real name is Yoshida Seizo, studied under several notable smiths before Miyairi Yukihira and has received numerous awards.

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Tanto: Norishige (Disciple of Miyairi Yukihira) - Autumn, Heisei 4

mei · Gendaito · nagasa 19.8cm

¥180,000
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Measurements & details
Smith
Norishige
Type
Tanto
Period
Gendaito
Province
Toyama
Signature
Signed
Measurements
Nagasa 19.8cmMotohaba 2.21cmKasane 0.53cm
Description

This is a tanto made by Norishige, a disciple of the Living National Treasure Miyairi Yukihira. The blade measures 19.8cm in nagasa and was made in Toyama in 1992 (Heisei 4). Norishige, whose real name is Yoshida Seizo, studied under several notable smiths before Miyairi Yukihira and has received numerous awards.

Historical context

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.

Shōwa to the present: destruction and revival →

Warning — certificate not found

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.

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Description

This is a tanto made by Norishige, a disciple of the Living National Treasure Miyairi Yukihira. The blade measures 19.8cm in nagasa and was made in Toyama in 1992 (Heisei 4). Norishige, whose real name is Yoshida Seizo, studied under several notable smiths before Miyairi Yukihira and has received numerous awards.

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tanto
Norishige

Tanto: Norishige (Disciple of Miyairi Yukihira) - Autumn, Heisei 4

mei · Gendaito · nagasa 19.8cm

¥180,000
Visit seller website →
Norishige — 1 of 3
Norishige — 2 of 3
Norishige — 3 of 3
1 / 3
1 / 3
Norishige — 1 of 3Norishige — 2 of 3Norishige — 3 of 3
Measurements & details
Smith
Norishige
Type
Tanto
Period
Gendaito
Province
Toyama
Signature
Signed
Measurements
Nagasa 19.8cmMotohaba 2.21cmKasane 0.53cm
Description

This is a tanto made by Norishige, a disciple of the Living National Treasure Miyairi Yukihira. The blade measures 19.8cm in nagasa and was made in Toyama in 1992 (Heisei 4). Norishige, whose real name is Yoshida Seizo, studied under several notable smiths before Miyairi Yukihira and has received numerous awards.

Historical context

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.

Shōwa to the present: destruction and revival →

Warning — certificate not found

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.

Seller
E
E-sword
🇯🇵Ships from Japan
›
✓Verified dealere-sword.jp
Settles in JPY
✓Ships worldwide✓English supportWire transferPayPalCredit card
Return policy

Cooling-off (returns or exchanges) is accepted within 3 days of the item's arrival. Return shipping and refund transfer fees are the customer's responsibility. Fees other than the item price (transfer fees, credit card fees, etc.) cannot be refunded. Returns and refunds are not available for overseas destinations.

View all of E-sword’s listings→View this item on the dealer’s site→

Swords

  • Katana
  • Wakizashi
  • Tantō
  • Tachi
  • Naginata
  • Yari

Fittings

  • Tsuba
  • Fuchi-Kashira
  • Kozuka
  • Menuki

Armor

  • Kabuto
  • Samurai Armor

By Certification

  • Tokujū
  • Jūyō
  • Tokuho
  • Hozon

Resources

  • Dealer Directory
  • Artist Directory
  • The Daily Kantei
  • Glossary
  • Browse All
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