Tokyo Nihonto
Antique Japanese Katana Sword with a Rare Green Koshirae, Edo Period
Antique Japanese Katana Sword with a Rare Green Koshirae, Edo Period
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Sword Specifications
- Period: Edo
- Unsigned
- With Groove
- Hamon : Suguha
- Rare Koshirae
- Blade Length: 69.3 cm
- Curvature (Sori): 1.0 cm
- Mekugi-ana (Peg Holes): 2 holes
This katana originates from the late Edo period (18th–19th century), a time when Japan experienced relative peace under the Tokugawa shogunate. The blade is unsigned , which may indicate that it was cut when changing of owner.
The blade features a hi (groove), which serves both aesthetic and functional purposes by reducing weight and improving balance while also enhancing the sound (tachikaze) when swung.
The hamon (temper line) is Suguha, a straight-line tempering pattern that was commonly seen in older traditional schools like Yamashiro-den and some Mino-den styles. This style emphasizes simplicity and elegance, providing a clean, refined look while maintaining a strong, sharp edge.
The curvature (sori) is 1.0 cm, indicating a moderate curve, making it suitable for both cutting and thrusting techniques.
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Payment
You can pay by Bank card or Bank transfer. If you wish to use bank transfer please contact us using the form bellow with the name of the sword you are willing to buy.
Customs and Taxes
・Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility.
・Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying.
・These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up - do not confuse them for additional shipping charges.
Shipping and Return
- Swords are shipped from Tokyo, Japan. We manage all the procedures to export the sword.
- You can't return sword to Japan because procedures are too strict.
- We work with a shipping company that have experience with Nihonto so you don't have to worry.
- Please check the rules of your country before importing the sword. We do not take any responsibility, including (not limited to) refund, due to the above reasons.
We have shipped authentic Japanese swords to the USA, UK, Canada, Mexico, Germany, France, Hong Kong, and Australia. If you don’t live in these countries and like to order, please contact us first before purchasing. We normally ship by EMS (Express Mail Service) provided by Japan Post.
If you live in the UK, please contact us BEFORE order.
Export Procedure (We manage it)
・All our swords are registered in the Agency for Cultural Affairs as artwork and The Board of Education(Cultural properties protection Committee); therefore each sword has the registration card, issued by the Board of Education.
・After receiving the full payment of the items,we return the registration card and get the permission from Ministry of Cultural Affairs to export the swords legally from Japan. It will take about 1 to 2 months for that step.
・After the receiving the permission, we will inform you by email and send the items immediately.