Hozon Katana for Sale

Hozon ("Worthy of Preservation") certified katana offer an accessible entry into authenticated nihonto collecting. The NBTHK Hozon designation confirms a blade's authenticity, craftsmanship, and historical merit — essential baseline assurance for any serious purchase. Hozon katana span every era and school of Japanese swordmaking, from storied Koto masterworks to refined Shinto-era blades. Many represent outstanding value, as the Hozon tier includes pieces that may be candidates for future higher certification.

446 items currently available from trusted dealers worldwide.

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Katana: Toto ju Yasutake(Guaranteed: NBTHK Hozon)

¥550,000

Antique Japanese Sword Katana attributed to Naomasa NBTHK Hozon Certificate

$5,110

Antique Japanese Sword Katana Signed by Kongo Hyoei Moritsugu NBTHK Hozon Certificate

$4,152

Antique Japanese Sword Katana Signed by Kaneyoshi NBTHK Hozon Certificate

$6,387

Antique Japanese Sword Katana attributed to Kaneyoshi NBTHK Hozon Certificate

$4,471

刀 福岡住宗弘作應需土田庄太郎氏 昭和五十一年二月吉日

¥680,000

(02-1739)保存刀剣無銘(同田貫正國) 二尺三寸七分弱 白鞘入

¥530,000

Antique Japanese Sword Katana signed by Gashū Sadatsugu NBTHK Hozon Certificate

$5,429