This is an iron tsuba by Shigehiro of the Akita Shoami School, featuring a bold sukashi (openwork) design of three tomoe. The Akita Shoami School, founded by Shoami Denbei (Suzuki Shigeyoshi), is known for its sturdy and robust iron tsuba with creative compositions. This piece reflects the school's characteristic practical, warrior-like style and attention to detail.
mei · Akita Shoami · mid Edo (Kanbun era, c. 1660s)

Akita-Shoami School
mid Edo (Kanbun era, c. 1660s)
Akita
Signed
Iron-tsuba · Dewa
9 pieces on the market now
| Smith | Era | Designated |
|---|---|---|
| Denshichi伝七 | 1670 | 1 |
| Shoami Rokuya正阿弥六弥 | — | 1 |
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.
To facilitate this, we offer a three-day inspection period. To initiate a return, you must notify us within three days of the package being delivered. Once we confirm your request, you have seven days to ship the item back to us. The item must be returned in its original condition, including all accompanying documents, certificates, and packaging materials. The buyer is responsible for covering the shipping costs and insurance for the return shipment.
This is an iron tsuba by Shigehiro of the Akita Shoami School, featuring a bold sukashi (openwork) design of three tomoe. The Akita Shoami School, founded by Shoami Denbei (Suzuki Shigeyoshi), is known for its sturdy and robust iron tsuba with creative compositions. This piece reflects the school's characteristic practical, warrior-like style and attention to detail.
mei · Akita Shoami · mid Edo (Kanbun era, c. 1660s)

Akita-Shoami School
mid Edo (Kanbun era, c. 1660s)
Akita
Signed
Iron-tsuba · Dewa
9 pieces on the market now
| Smith | Era | Designated |
|---|---|---|
| Denshichi伝七 | 1670 | 1 |
| Shoami Rokuya正阿弥六弥 | — | 1 |
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.
To facilitate this, we offer a three-day inspection period. To initiate a return, you must notify us within three days of the package being delivered. Once we confirm your request, you have seven days to ship the item back to us. The item must be returned in its original condition, including all accompanying documents, certificates, and packaging materials. The buyer is responsible for covering the shipping costs and insurance for the return shipment.