This is a kogatana (small utility knife blade) by Iga-no-kami Kinmichi from the Edo period, made in Yamashiro province. It features a bright, rounded choji hamon depicting chrysanthemums and flowing water, with a unique, seahorse-like appearance. The blade is in good condition and comes with a shirasaya and shirasaya bag.
NihontoWatch
Iga-no-kami Kinmichi
Edo
Yamashiro
Signed
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.
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.
¥100,000
This is a kogatana (small utility knife blade) by Iga-no-kami Kinmichi from the Edo period, made in Yamashiro province. It features a bright, rounded choji hamon depicting chrysanthemums and flowing water, with a unique, seahorse-like appearance. The blade is in good condition and comes with a shirasaya and shirasaya bag.
NihontoWatchIga-no-kami Kinmichi
Edo
Yamashiro
Signed
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.
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.
¥100,000
