Tokyo Nihonto
Antique Japanese Katana Sword signed signed Seki Ju Ikeda Kanetsuna
Antique Japanese Katana Sword signed signed Seki Ju Ikeda Kanetsuna
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Sword Specifications
- Signature: Seki Ju Ikeda Kanetsuna
- Period: Gendaitō, SHowa
- Blade Length: 66.4 cm
- Curvature: 1.2 cm
- Width at Base: 3.10 cm
- Width at Tip: 1.80 cm
- Thickness at Base: 7.7 mm
- Thickness at Tip: 5.3 mm
- Blade Weight: 747 g
- Total Length with Mountings: 107.7 cm
- Total Weight with Mountings: 980 g
This is a fully functional Gendaitō (modern Japanese sword) crafted by the skilled swordsmith Ikeda Kanetsuna, based in Seki, Gifu Prefecture, one of Japan’s most famous sword-making regions. The blade is masterfully polished and retains a razor-sharp edge, making it suitable for both test cutting (tameshigiri) and traditional martial arts like iaido and battōjutsu.
The katana exhibits a beautifully refined gunome hamon (temper line), reflecting the smith’s precise heat treatment process. The blade’s well-balanced proportions, with a moderate curvature of 1.2 cm, make it an exceptional piece both in form and function. Its steelwork features a tight and even hada, further enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
The mounting (koshirae) includes a finely crafted tsuba (sukashi tetsu tsuba), an openwork iron tsuba that adds elegance while maintaining structural integrity. The handle is wrapped in traditional materials, ensuring a firm grip suitable for real use.
About the Swordsmith - Ikeda Kanetsuna
Ikeda Kanetsuna is a modern swordsmith associated with the renowned sword-making traditions of Seki, a region with a history dating back to the samurai era. Seki swords are known for their exceptional sharpness and durability, and Kanetsuna’s work continues this legacy by producing high-quality, traditionally forged blades.
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Payment
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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.