This is a Ginnanho-Yari (spear) signed by Monju Kaneshige, made during the Edo period. The Ginnanho-Yari has an unusual shape and is designed for striking through armor to inflict impact, with a deliberately blunt tip. The blade measures 9.1cm in length.
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Yamato-den · Yamato
24 pieces on the market now
The setsumei of the Monju (文珠) line all gather around a single figure: Shigekuni (重国), the smith better known by the appellation Nanki Shigekuni (南紀重国). The records describe him as originally of Yamato Province and a late offshoot of the Tegai group (Tegai-ha)[[c:1]], whose common name was Kurōsaburō. Learn more →
| Smith | Era | Designated |
|---|---|---|
| Shigekuni重國 | 1596-1630 | 59 |
| Shigekuni重國 | 1655-1673 | 3 |
| Masazane正真 | — | 1 |
| Kanetsugu包次 | 1596-1615 | 0 |
| Kaneyasu包保 | 1661-1673 | 0 |
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.
Swords are non-returnable (blades cannot be re-imported to Japan). Insured shipping; damage/loss claims reported within 5 days of receipt. Cancellation fee 10% before shipment; not possible after shipment.
This is a Ginnanho-Yari (spear) signed by Monju Kaneshige, made during the Edo period. The Ginnanho-Yari has an unusual shape and is designed for striking through armor to inflict impact, with a deliberately blunt tip. The blade measures 9.1cm in length.
NihontoWatchYamato-den · Yamato
24 pieces on the market now
The setsumei of the Monju (文珠) line all gather around a single figure: Shigekuni (重国), the smith better known by the appellation Nanki Shigekuni (南紀重国). The records describe him as originally of Yamato Province and a late offshoot of the Tegai group (Tegai-ha)[[c:1]], whose common name was Kurōsaburō. Learn more →
| Smith | Era | Designated |
|---|---|---|
| Shigekuni重國 | 1596-1630 | 59 |
| Shigekuni重國 | 1655-1673 | 3 |
| Masazane正真 | — | 1 |
| Kanetsugu包次 | 1596-1615 | 0 |
| Kaneyasu包保 | 1661-1673 | 0 |
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.
Swords are non-returnable (blades cannot be re-imported to Japan). Insured shipping; damage/loss claims reported within 5 days of receipt. Cancellation fee 10% before shipment; not possible after shipment.
