This is an ubu, unsigned tanto attributed by the NBTHK to Yokoyama Kijūrō Sukemitsu, a master smith of the Mito domain during the late Edo period (Ansei era, 1854–1860). It features a custom-order kanmuri-otoshi form with a full bō-hi, finely forged ko-itame jigane, and a gentle ko-notare hamon with ko-gunome. The blade is in near-flawless condition, freshly polished, and comes with an NBTHK Kichō Tōken certificate.
NihontoWatchmumei · Ansei (1854-1860) · nagasa 26.5cm · sori 0.5cm
Hitachi · around 1854-1860
Fujishiro Chu saku · Tōken Taikan top 95%
2 pieces on the market now
The Edo period (1615 to 1868)
Under the Tokugawa peace the daishō became a regulated uniform, and demand gathered in the castle towns, above all Edo itself. The craft split two ways: brilliant display work for connoisseurs, and tested blades whose cutting results were sometimes inlaid in gold.
This work carries older NBTHK “Kichō”-era papers, which the NBTHK no longer issues and now regards as unreliable. To confirm the attribution, submission to an official Japanese examination body (such as the NBTHK or NTHK) for modern certification could be considered.
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.
This is an ubu, unsigned tanto attributed by the NBTHK to Yokoyama Kijūrō Sukemitsu, a master smith of the Mito domain during the late Edo period (Ansei era, 1854–1860). It features a custom-order kanmuri-otoshi form with a full bō-hi, finely forged ko-itame jigane, and a gentle ko-notare hamon with ko-gunome. The blade is in near-flawless condition, freshly polished, and comes with an NBTHK Kichō Tōken certificate.
NihontoWatchmumei · Ansei (1854-1860) · nagasa 26.5cm · sori 0.5cm
Hitachi · around 1854-1860
Fujishiro Chu saku · Tōken Taikan top 95%
2 pieces on the market now
The Edo period (1615 to 1868)
Under the Tokugawa peace the daishō became a regulated uniform, and demand gathered in the castle towns, above all Edo itself. The craft split two ways: brilliant display work for connoisseurs, and tested blades whose cutting results were sometimes inlaid in gold.
This work carries older NBTHK “Kichō”-era papers, which the NBTHK no longer issues and now regards as unreliable. To confirm the attribution, submission to an official Japanese examination body (such as the NBTHK or NTHK) for modern certification could be considered.
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.
