This is the very man who suppressed Takamori Saigo as the commander of the 3rd Expeditionary Brigade during the Seinan War. He assumed the position of Privy Councilor, and also held important posts such as Councilor of the Imperial Court, the highest honor. Furthermore, this very sword is listed together with its *koshirae* in the auction catalog of Count Miyoji Ito, proving the authenticity of this *tachi*. In recent years, Count Miyoji Ito's *sayagaki* has become so famous that forgeries are often seen, but this product is a very rare masterpiece with both the *sayagaki* and *kidzuda* being completely genuine. This *tachi*, attributed to Ichimonji, has a workmanship that far surpasses the level of *Juyo Token* (Important Sword), and its origin is an unparalleled historical document, but the price is only for *Tokubetsu Hozon* (Specially Preserved). Also, it goes without saying that the exterior alone is of tremendous value. The *midare-utsuri* stands out clearly in the exquisite *hada*, with *ji-nie*, and the activity within the blade is extraordinary, making this a masterpiece that showcases the skill of Fukuoka Ichimonji. The school that forged swords in Fukuoka, the land south of Osafune, during the early to mid-Kamakura period is called "Fukuoka Ichimonji," and Sukemune was the son of Norimune of Bizen. He served as a *goban kaji* (swordsmith in service) for Emperor Gotoba and was called Dai-Ichimonji. 5,800,000 yen (Tax included)
NihontoWatchBETAmumei · Ichimonji · Jogen (1207-1211) · nagasa 66.8cm · sori 1.4cm
Bizen-den · Bizen
22 pieces on the market now
The Ichimonji school (Ichimonji-ha) represents one of the two paramount traditions of Bizen Province swordmaking during the Kamakura period, flourishing alongside the Osafune lineage from the early thirteenth century through the Nanbokuchō era. The school's name derives from the practice of carving the character ichi (一, "one") onto the nakago, though signatures varied considerably—some blades bear only this single ideograph, others append an individual maker's name beneath it, and still others carry personal names alone. Learn more →
| Smith | Era | Designated |
|---|---|---|
| Tsunetsugu恒次 | 1321-1324 | 11 |
| Chikatsugu親次 | 1306-1308 | 2 |
| Sukemasa資正 | 1469-1487 | 1 |
A Hozon-certified blade judged to show notably superior workmanship and a better state of preservation. The bar is higher: re-tempered blades and most unsigned Muromachi/Edo works are excluded.
The NBTHK (Nihon Bijutsu Tōken Hozon Kyōkai, the Society for the Preservation of Japanese Art Swords) is a public-interest incorporated foundation founded in 1948 and supervised by Japan’s Agency for Cultural Affairs (Bunkachō); it is based at the Japanese Sword Museum in Tokyo. Its expert panels physically examine each submitted work (shinsa) and issue a certificate (kanteishō) ranking it by artistic and historical merit. NBTHK papers are the most widely recognized standard of authentication for Japanese swords and fittings.
NBTHK official sitePlease notify us of your intention to return, by email or fax, no later than the day after the item's arrival. Return shipping, insurance, and refund transfer fees are the customer's responsibility.
This is the very man who suppressed Takamori Saigo as the commander of the 3rd Expeditionary Brigade during the Seinan War. He assumed the position of Privy Councilor, and also held important posts such as Councilor of the Imperial Court, the highest honor. Furthermore, this very sword is listed together with its *koshirae* in the auction catalog of Count Miyoji Ito, proving the authenticity of this *tachi*. In recent years, Count Miyoji Ito's *sayagaki* has become so famous that forgeries are often seen, but this product is a very rare masterpiece with both the *sayagaki* and *kidzuda* being completely genuine. This *tachi*, attributed to Ichimonji, has a workmanship that far surpasses the level of *Juyo Token* (Important Sword), and its origin is an unparalleled historical document, but the price is only for *Tokubetsu Hozon* (Specially Preserved). Also, it goes without saying that the exterior alone is of tremendous value. The *midare-utsuri* stands out clearly in the exquisite *hada*, with *ji-nie*, and the activity within the blade is extraordinary, making this a masterpiece that showcases the skill of Fukuoka Ichimonji. The school that forged swords in Fukuoka, the land south of Osafune, during the early to mid-Kamakura period is called "Fukuoka Ichimonji," and Sukemune was the son of Norimune of Bizen. He served as a *goban kaji* (swordsmith in service) for Emperor Gotoba and was called Dai-Ichimonji. 5,800,000 yen (Tax included)
NihontoWatchBETAmumei · Ichimonji · Jogen (1207-1211) · nagasa 66.8cm · sori 1.4cm
Bizen-den · Bizen
22 pieces on the market now
The Ichimonji school (Ichimonji-ha) represents one of the two paramount traditions of Bizen Province swordmaking during the Kamakura period, flourishing alongside the Osafune lineage from the early thirteenth century through the Nanbokuchō era. The school's name derives from the practice of carving the character ichi (一, "one") onto the nakago, though signatures varied considerably—some blades bear only this single ideograph, others append an individual maker's name beneath it, and still others carry personal names alone. Learn more →
| Smith | Era | Designated |
|---|---|---|
| Tsunetsugu恒次 | 1321-1324 | 11 |
| Chikatsugu親次 | 1306-1308 | 2 |
| Sukemasa資正 | 1469-1487 | 1 |
A Hozon-certified blade judged to show notably superior workmanship and a better state of preservation. The bar is higher: re-tempered blades and most unsigned Muromachi/Edo works are excluded.
The NBTHK (Nihon Bijutsu Tōken Hozon Kyōkai, the Society for the Preservation of Japanese Art Swords) is a public-interest incorporated foundation founded in 1948 and supervised by Japan’s Agency for Cultural Affairs (Bunkachō); it is based at the Japanese Sword Museum in Tokyo. Its expert panels physically examine each submitted work (shinsa) and issue a certificate (kanteishō) ranking it by artistic and historical merit. NBTHK papers are the most widely recognized standard of authentication for Japanese swords and fittings.
NBTHK official sitePlease notify us of your intention to return, by email or fax, no later than the day after the item's arrival. Return shipping, insurance, and refund transfer fees are the customer's responsibility.
