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This tanto features a Kuniyoshi signature and is in well-preserved condition. The blade is polished and free of forging flaws, with minor scratches on the sashiura side. It has itame hada and a notare-style suguha hamon with yakizume boshi.

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Kuniyoshi

Tanto: Kuniyoshi - Shirasaya, Koshirae, Ubu Nakago, Shinto Era, Iwate 16105

mei · Tenna (1681-1684) · nagasa 23.3cm

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Measurements & details
Smith
Kuniyoshi
Type
Tanto
Period
Around 1681–1684(Tenna)
Signature
Signed
Measurements
Nagasa 23.3cmMotohaba 2.19cmKasane 0.45cmWeight 110g
Description

This tanto features a Kuniyoshi signature and is in well-preserved condition. The blade is polished and free of forging flaws, with minor scratches on the sashiura side. It has itame hada and a notare-style suguha hamon with yakizume boshi.

About the maker

Kuniyoshi

國吉

Musashi · around 1681-1684

Tōken Taikan top 76%

2 pieces on the market now

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Kuniyoshi — full profile

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Historical context

The Edo period (1615 to 1868)

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For two and a half centuries of peace the sword was the warrior’s legal badge rather than his weapon. Each great city developed its own manner, Edo’s tested strength against Ōsaka’s polished brilliance, until demand thinned in the era’s last decades.

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
Tozando
Established 1989 · 37 yrs on the market
🇯🇵Ships from Japan
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Return policy

As a general rule, returns/exchanges are not accepted on Japanese sword orders unless damaged upon delivery. Other items: returns/exchanges accepted within 7 days of delivery. Cancellation for personal reasons incurs a 30% restocking fee (70% refunded). Return shipping must be prepaid and insured by the buyer; shipping/handling fees are non-refundable. Contact katana@tozando.co.jp to initiate a return.

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Description

This tanto features a Kuniyoshi signature and is in well-preserved condition. The blade is polished and free of forging flaws, with minor scratches on the sashiura side. It has itame hada and a notare-style suguha hamon with yakizume boshi.

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tanto
Kuniyoshi

Tanto: Kuniyoshi - Shirasaya, Koshirae, Ubu Nakago, Shinto Era, Iwate 16105

mei · Tenna (1681-1684) · nagasa 23.3cm

SOLD
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Tanto
Could you name the smith from the blade alone? Today’s kantei →
Kuniyoshi — 1 of 14
Kuniyoshi — 2 of 14
Kuniyoshi — 3 of 14
Kuniyoshi — 4 of 14
Kuniyoshi — 5 of 14
Kuniyoshi — 6 of 14
Kuniyoshi — 7 of 14
Kuniyoshi — 8 of 14
Kuniyoshi — 9 of 14
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Tanto
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Measurements & details
Smith
Kuniyoshi
Type
Tanto
Period
Around 1681–1684(Tenna)
Signature
Signed
Measurements
Nagasa 23.3cmMotohaba 2.19cmKasane 0.45cmWeight 110g
Description

This tanto features a Kuniyoshi signature and is in well-preserved condition. The blade is polished and free of forging flaws, with minor scratches on the sashiura side. It has itame hada and a notare-style suguha hamon with yakizume boshi.

About the maker

Kuniyoshi

國吉

Musashi · around 1681-1684

Tōken Taikan top 76%

2 pieces on the market now

›
2 works by Kuniyoshi on the market→
Kuniyoshi — full profile

Study this maker →

Historical context

The Edo period (1615 to 1868)

›

For two and a half centuries of peace the sword was the warrior’s legal badge rather than his weapon. Each great city developed its own manner, Edo’s tested strength against Ōsaka’s polished brilliance, until demand thinned in the era’s last decades.

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
Tozando
Established 1989 · 37 yrs on the market
🇯🇵Ships from Japan
›
✓Verified dealerjapanesesword.net
✓Ships worldwide✓English supportWire transferPayPalCredit card
Return policy

As a general rule, returns/exchanges are not accepted on Japanese sword orders unless damaged upon delivery. Other items: returns/exchanges accepted within 7 days of delivery. Cancellation for personal reasons incurs a 30% restocking fee (70% refunded). Return shipping must be prepaid and insured by the buyer; shipping/handling fees are non-refundable. Contact katana@tozando.co.jp to initiate a return.

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¥330,000
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¥150,000

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Swords

  • Katana
  • Wakizashi
  • Tantō
  • Tachi
  • Naginata
  • Yari
  • Japanese Swords
  • Samurai Swords

Fittings

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

Armor

  • Kabuto
  • Samurai Armor
  • All Samurai Armor

By Certification

  • Tokujū
  • Jūyō
  • Tokuho
  • Hozon

Resources

  • Dealer Directory
  • Artist Directory
  • The Daily Kantei
  • Glossary
  • Browse All
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