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 page introduces a Japanese sword by Masahira, a direct disciple of Living National Treasure Yukihira Miyairi. Masahira established his forge in Tatekoyama, Fukushima City, in 1975 and has since dedicated himself to sword making, following the style of Soshu masters. He has received awards, participated in exhibitions, created sacred swords for Ise Grand Shrine, and forged meteoritic iron swords, leaving a significant mark on the modern sword world.
NihontoWatchmei · Showa (1926-1989)
Fukushima · Showa-Reiwa
26 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.
If, due to our fault, the item differs significantly from its proper condition, the item may be returned. Cooling-off is within one week of the item's arrival.
This page introduces a Japanese sword by Masahira, a direct disciple of Living National Treasure Yukihira Miyairi. Masahira established his forge in Tatekoyama, Fukushima City, in 1975 and has since dedicated himself to sword making, following the style of Soshu masters. He has received awards, participated in exhibitions, created sacred swords for Ise Grand Shrine, and forged meteoritic iron swords, leaving a significant mark on the modern sword world.
NihontoWatchmei · Showa (1926-1989)
Fukushima · Showa-Reiwa
26 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.
If, due to our fault, the item differs significantly from its proper condition, the item may be returned. Cooling-off is within one week of the item's arrival.
