This is a katana made by Minamoto Naoyoshi who lived in Kaisen, Hitachi province. The sword dates to the Shinto period. Further details about the blade's features and condition are not available from the provided text.
NihontoWatchmei · Ansei (1854-1860) · nagasa 28.2cm · sori 0.3cm
Hitachi · around 1854-1860
For two and a half centuries of peace the sword was the warrior’s legal badge rather than his weapon. Each great city developed its own manner, Edo’s tested strength against Ōsaka’s polished brilliance, until demand thinned in the era’s last decades.
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.
Domestic: items may be returned within 7 days in original condition for a full refund (buyer covers transport). Overseas orders: no-refunds, no-returns.
This is a katana made by Minamoto Naoyoshi who lived in Kaisen, Hitachi province. The sword dates to the Shinto period. Further details about the blade's features and condition are not available from the provided text.
NihontoWatchmei · Ansei (1854-1860) · nagasa 28.2cm · sori 0.3cm
Hitachi · around 1854-1860
For two and a half centuries of peace the sword was the warrior’s legal badge rather than his weapon. Each great city developed its own manner, Edo’s tested strength against Ōsaka’s polished brilliance, until demand thinned in the era’s last decades.
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.
Domestic: items may be returned within 7 days in original condition for a full refund (buyer covers transport). Overseas orders: no-refunds, no-returns.
