This listing is for a modern kogatana, a small utility knife blade, made by the Japanese swordsmith Kikyo Hayamitsu. Kogatana are typically mounted in a kozuka handle and are not considered a sword type. Further information about the maker can be found on his website.
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Kikyo Hayamitsu
Gendaitō
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.
30-day refund policy. Items must be returned in original condition and packaging; customized products are non-returnable. 2-week inspection window with full item refund (shipping costs non-refundable). Customer pays return shipping.
$440
This listing is for a modern kogatana, a small utility knife blade, made by the Japanese swordsmith Kikyo Hayamitsu. Kogatana are typically mounted in a kozuka handle and are not considered a sword type. Further information about the maker can be found on his website.
NihontoWatchKikyo Hayamitsu
Gendaitō
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.
30-day refund policy. Items must be returned in original condition and packaging; customized products are non-returnable. 2-week inspection window with full item refund (shipping costs non-refundable). Customer pays return shipping.
$440
