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This is a yari made by Sadakuni in Suruga province during the early Edo period (Kanei era). The yari has a well-proportioned shape with a refined and detailed forging pattern. The blade features a straight temper line with small irregular patterns and a prominent nioi effect. The tang shows signs of later rust removal but is otherwise in good condition.

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Sadakuni

Yari: Sadakuni - In Shirasaya

mei · Shimada · Shinto · nagasa 28.2cm

¥280,000
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Measurements & details
Smith
Sadakuni
Type
Yari
Period
Shinto
Province
Suruga
Signature
Signed
Measurements
Nagasa 28.2cmMotohaba 2.86cmSakihaba 3.04cmKasane 1.13cmWeight 472g
Description

This is a yari made by Sadakuni in Suruga province during the early Edo period (Kanei era). The yari has a well-proportioned shape with a refined and detailed forging pattern. The blade features a straight temper line with small irregular patterns and a prominent nioi effect. The tang shows signs of later rust removal but is otherwise in good condition.

Historical context

The Edo period (1615 to 1868)

›

Under the Tokugawa peace the daishō became a regulated uniform, and demand gathered in the castle towns, above all Edo itself. The craft split two ways: brilliant display work for connoisseurs, and tested blades whose cutting results were sometimes inlaid in gold.

The Edo period (1615 to 1868) →

Warning — certificate not found

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.

Seller
T
Touken Komachi
Established 2009 · 17 yrs on the market
🇯🇵Ships from Japan
›
✓Verified dealertoukenkomachi.com
Settles in JPY
✓Ships worldwide✓English supportWire transferPayPal
Return policy

If you judge that the condition of the delivered item differs significantly from the photos or description on our site, a return is possible. However, the return shipping cost is the customer's responsibility. To use cooling-off, please apply in writing by postal mail within one week of the item's arrival. The return shipping cost is the customer's responsibility.

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Description

This is a yari made by Sadakuni in Suruga province during the early Edo period (Kanei era). The yari has a well-proportioned shape with a refined and detailed forging pattern. The blade features a straight temper line with small irregular patterns and a prominent nioi effect. The tang shows signs of later rust removal but is otherwise in good condition.

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Swords›Shimada›Yari: Sadakuni - In Shirasaya
yari
Sadakuni

Yari: Sadakuni - In Shirasaya

mei · Shimada · Shinto · nagasa 28.2cm

¥280,000
Visit seller website →
Yari
Could you name the smith from the blade alone? Today’s kantei →
Sadakuni — 1 of 4
Sadakuni — 2 of 4
Sadakuni — 3 of 4
Sadakuni — 4 of 4
1 / 4
1 / 4
Sadakuni — 1 of 4Sadakuni — 2 of 4Sadakuni — 3 of 4Sadakuni — 4 of 4
Yari
Could you name the smith from the blade alone? Today’s kantei →
Measurements & details
Smith
Sadakuni
Type
Yari
Period
Shinto
Province
Suruga
Signature
Signed
Measurements
Nagasa 28.2cmMotohaba 2.86cmSakihaba 3.04cmKasane 1.13cmWeight 472g
Description

This is a yari made by Sadakuni in Suruga province during the early Edo period (Kanei era). The yari has a well-proportioned shape with a refined and detailed forging pattern. The blade features a straight temper line with small irregular patterns and a prominent nioi effect. The tang shows signs of later rust removal but is otherwise in good condition.

Historical context

The Edo period (1615 to 1868)

›

Under the Tokugawa peace the daishō became a regulated uniform, and demand gathered in the castle towns, above all Edo itself. The craft split two ways: brilliant display work for connoisseurs, and tested blades whose cutting results were sometimes inlaid in gold.

The Edo period (1615 to 1868) →

Warning — certificate not found

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.

Seller
T
Touken Komachi
Established 2009 · 17 yrs on the market
🇯🇵Ships from Japan
›
✓Verified dealertoukenkomachi.com
Settles in JPY
✓Ships worldwide✓English supportWire transferPayPal
Return policy

If you judge that the condition of the delivered item differs significantly from the photos or description on our site, a return is possible. However, the return shipping cost is the customer's responsibility. To use cooling-off, please apply in writing by postal mail within one week of the item's arrival. The return shipping cost is the customer's responsibility.

View all of Touken Komachi’s listings→View this item on the dealer’s site→

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  • Tsuba
  • Fuchi-Kashira
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  • Menuki
  • Sword Guards (Tsuba)

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