A set of fuchi-kashira depicting the Dragon Gate design in shakudo. The design is based on a Chinese legend where a carp that could climb the Dragon Gate waterfall on the Yellow River would transform into a dragon, symbolizing success and advancement. The fittings are from the Edo period and come with a kiri box.
NihontoWatch
Edo
Unsigned
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.
Returns accepted within 3 days of delivery for defective items or significant discrepancies; customer bears return shipping and bank fees.
¥26,000
A set of fuchi-kashira depicting the Dragon Gate design in shakudo. The design is based on a Chinese legend where a carp that could climb the Dragon Gate waterfall on the Yellow River would transform into a dragon, symbolizing success and advancement. The fittings are from the Edo period and come with a kiri box.
NihontoWatchEdo
Unsigned
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.
Returns accepted within 3 days of delivery for defective items or significant discrepancies; customer bears return shipping and bank fees.
¥26,000