NihontoWatchThis is a masterpiece by Ono Yoshimitsu, a renowned Gendaito smith known for his Yamatorige utsushi (replications). Born in 1948, Yoshimitsu received numerous awards, including the Takamatsu-no-miya Prize, and was certified as a Mukansa smith in 1987. This tachi features a magnificent form, clear jigane, and a vibrant choji-midare hamon, showcasing his signature 'Ono Choji' style.
NihontoWatchOffered by Iida Koendo
Niigata · Heisei-Reiwa
1 piece on the market now
Shōwa to the present: destruction and revival
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.
Customer-initiated returns accepted within two days of arrival; return shipping paid by customer and fees non-refundable. Returns/refunds unavailable for overseas deliveries.