A first-class Shinshinto period tanto by the Fujishima Tomoshige line of smiths who had ten generations of the name during the Koto period and six generations up until the Shintoshinto period.

The sword has been awarded the prestigious NTHK-NPO Yushuto origami certificate. This is the NTHK-NPO’s equivalent to the NBTHK Juyo certificate. Less than 20 swords are awarded this certificate per year.

A splendid wavy and pointed gunome togariba majiri hamon (temper line) typical of the Fujishima School captures the eye and imagination.

Hailing from the artistic province of Kaga (now Kanazawa), the Fujishima School is considered one that combines characteristics of the five major traditions.

The koshirae (fittings) comprises of a fuchi of shibuichi with the form of Daikoku-sama (Lucky God Yebisu) with his trusted sea bream and fishing rod. Menuki displays the Konjikie kamon (family crest).

An iron tsuba with silver and gold inlay carries the design of sakura (cherry blossoms).

Saya (scabbard) is ishimeji. Kurigata is takabori with the design of an ume (plum) flower.

Kojiri (cap at the end of scabbard) is made out of shibuichi, gold, copper and shakudo with the takabori design of the revered tombo (dragonfly). Kozuka (utility knife) depicts Mt. Fuji with Miho in Matsubara.

Hosaki (small blade) is signed Yonezawa ju Tsunanobu. (Yonezawa is in present-day Fukushima)

This tanto was specially crafted for Mr. Kobayashi Giichi. His name is chiseled on the nakago as per tradition. It was made at the very end of the Edo Period.

This sword was sold to a private collector in the United States.

If owning an authentic Japanese Samurai sword is of interest to you and your family, we would be honoured to serve you.

If you have the pleasure of living in Japan or visiting the country, we recommend that you come to one of our upcoming sword shows or schedule a private VIP meeting with us.

VIP meetings are normally held near JR Ebisu station in Tokyo at a hired gallery space. We can also arrange visits to a company office, hotel, near the airport or at a private residence.

To those exploring our collection online, be sure to download our catalogue of available swords here.

We completely respect the fact it takes a HUGE leap of personal FAITH in us to commit to a particular sword given the reliance on photos and descriptions for such a highly valued item.

It is our PROMISE to address all your questions to the best of our ability. It’s important to us that you feel completely confident that the sword you choose (and that chooses you) is destined for you and your family.

You can also take reassurance that ALL swords from Unique Japan are GUARANTEED AUTHENTIC and come with a 3-DAY WORRY FREE inspection period upon arrival to your home.

Yes, it is completely legal to own a genuine antique Japanese sword (even those that are several hundreds of years old). Unique Japan specialises in all proper legal compliances so that swords can be exported from Japan.
All required paperwork is provided free of charge for clients.

Unique Japan has safely sent well over 150 swords FROM Japan to immensely proud owners in the United States, Canada, Europe and around the world.

We look forward to making your dream of owning an authentic Japanese sword a reality for you.

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