{"product_id":"katana-tamahagane-marked-echizen-no-kami-fujiwara-sold","title":"Katana Tamahagane Marked Echizen-no-Kami Fujiwara (Sold)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis piece has found its home.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is kept here as a record of what has passed through our hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eItem Description:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a Japanese Wakizashi crafted by the swordsmith Echizen-no-Kami Fujiwara Yoshikado . The blade exhibits a well-defined hamon (, temper line), characteristic of traditional Japanese swordsmithing techniques. The sword comes in shirasaya (, plain wooden mount), which is commonly used for safe storage and preservation of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wakizashi, a shorter companion sword to the katana, was historically carried by samurai and often used for close combat or as a backup weapon. This piece includes a brass habaki (, blade collar) and is accompanied by an official Japanese sword registration certificate issued in Hiroshima Prefecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis authentic piece is an excellent addition for Japanese sword collectors, martial arts practitioners, or historical weapon enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 67.6 cm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length (Nagasa): 54.5 cm\u003cbr\u003eMoto-haba (Width at Base): 3.1 cm\u003cbr\u003eMoto-gasane (Thickness at Base): 0.7 cm\u003cbr\u003eCondition: scratches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist Profile:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEchizen-no-Kami Fujiwara Yoshikado was a swordsmith active during the Edo period, particularly known for producing durable and well-balanced blades. Swords signed with Echizen-no-Kami typically originate from the Echizen province (modern-day Fukui Prefecture), a well-respected sword-making region in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEchizen-no-Kami Fujiwara Yoshikado – Swordsmith Profile\u003cbr\u003eThe works of Echizen-no-Kami Fujiwara Yoshikado were primarily crafted during the mid-Edo period, specifically from the mid to late 17th century (Shōō to Enpō era: 1652–1681). He served as an official swordsmith of the Mito Domain under Tokugawa Mitsukuni, one of the most influential daimyō of his time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBackground \u0026amp; Training\u003cbr\u003eBirthplace: Seki, Mino Province (modern-day Seki City, Gifu Prefecture)\u003cbr\u003eSchool: Zentei-ha, one of the Seven Schools of Seki\u003cbr\u003eHonorary Title: Echizen-no-Kami\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Primarily suguha (straight temper line) with a nie-based structure, featuring finely forged jigane (steel grain)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareer Highlights\u003cbr\u003eTrained in Seki as a disciple of the Zentei Kaneyoshi school for 19 years\u003cbr\u003eMoved to Edo with his younger brother, Musashi-no-Kami Yoshikado (also known as Bokuden)\u003cbr\u003eDuring the Enpō era (1673–1681), he was officially appointed as a swordsmith for Tokugawa Mitsukuni of the Mito Domain, receiving seven koku of stipend\u003cbr\u003eAlso known by the honorary title \"Bandō Tarō Nyūdō Bokuden\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReputation \u0026amp; Legacy\u003cbr\u003eRecognized as a Jō-saku (high-ranking swordsmith) in the Shintō swordsmith rankings\u003cbr\u003eDesignated as Wazamono (superior sharpness) for his excellent cutting performance\u003cbr\u003eHis existing works range from wakizashi to katana, typically between 54 cm and 72 cm in blade length\u003cbr\u003eAlongside his brother, Musashi-no-Kami Yoshikado (Bokuden), he was regarded as one of the two greatest swordsmiths of Mito\u003cbr\u003eToday, his works are highly valued, with pieces found in museums and auctioned for several million yen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSignature Characteristics of His Blades\u003cbr\u003eJigane (Steel Grain): Finely forged ko-itame hada (small wood grain pattern)\u003cbr\u003eHamon (Temper Line): Suguha-based (straight) with nie and small ashi (legs)\u003cbr\u003eBōshi (Tip Tempering): Rounded return\u003cbr\u003eNakago (Tang): Most commonly signed \"Echizen-no-Kami Fujiwara Yoshikado\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis craftsmanship, historical significance, and association with Tokugawa Mitsukuni make his swords highly regarded among collectors and historians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOITICE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince swords cannot be shipped by air, they will be sent via Japan Post's sea mail. After the auction, we will first obtain an export permit from the Agency for Cultural Affairs, which takes about one month. Following that, the sea shipment will take approximately three months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTherefore, it will take at least four months from the time of auction to the arrival of the item. Please also be aware that international circumstances, shipping conditions, and customs procedures may cause further delays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImport duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.\u003cbr\u003eThese charges are the buyer's responsibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI appreciate your cooperation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSold — no longer available.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sumo Fujiyama","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49037039730923,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0821\/4757\/3995\/files\/01_jpg_ec7461ae-72c3-4eed-8efe-a59ab30a8a51.jpg?v=1783696205","url":"https:\/\/sumo-fujiyama.com\/products\/katana-tamahagane-marked-echizen-no-kami-fujiwara-sold","provider":"Sumo Fujiyama","version":"1.0","type":"link"}