Katana

Izumi no Kami Fujiwara Kunisada 和泉守藤原国貞

Early Edo Period (around 1623-1645)

75.2cm　　

Shirasaya, maintenance kit, sword is certified as a Conservation Sword by the All Japan Swordsmith Association

This sword is one the finest swords made in the Edo Period. Izumi no Kami Fujiwara Kunisada was a remarkably successful swordsmith in Settsu which is now Osaka prefecture. 　　

Kunisada was one of the most well known makers from the Osaka Shinto School. He is known as “Oya Kunisada”, and is the father and teacher of the great Inouye Shinkai.

The slightly sharp undulating zig zag gunome hamon features prominently on this blade. Small rough particles are attached on the blade and its Nioikuchi, which is space in between two particle lines is stunningly bright, which proves the condition as a noted sword.

The blade has itamehada that is of a slash grain like motif. Its blade has just a slight curvature although being an impressive 75cm long. The polish and sharpening on this sword is in a league all its own. It is a sword that has been cared for and remains in excellent condition. A prized possession of the Edo Period.