This wakizashi by Maizuru Tomohide, dated to the second year of Keio (1866), features a unique form with a shortened nagasa, wide motohaba, and large kissaki, reflecting the turbulent Bakumatsu period. The extremely short tsuka suggests its intended use for close-quarters combat indoors. The blade exhibits excellent maneuverability, robustness, and sharpness, with the shinogi-ji boldly thinned to enhance cutting ability.
NihontoWatchmei · Kaei (1848-1854)
Kawachi · around 1848-1854
Tōken Taikan top 60%
1 piece on the market now
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.
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, due to our fault, the item differs significantly from its proper condition, the item may be returned. Cooling-off is within one week of the item's arrival.
This wakizashi by Maizuru Tomohide, dated to the second year of Keio (1866), features a unique form with a shortened nagasa, wide motohaba, and large kissaki, reflecting the turbulent Bakumatsu period. The extremely short tsuka suggests its intended use for close-quarters combat indoors. The blade exhibits excellent maneuverability, robustness, and sharpness, with the shinogi-ji boldly thinned to enhance cutting ability.
NihontoWatchmei · Kaei (1848-1854)
Kawachi · around 1848-1854
Tōken Taikan top 60%
1 piece on the market now
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.
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, due to our fault, the item differs significantly from its proper condition, the item may be returned. Cooling-off is within one week of the item's arrival.
