A FUJIWARA TAKADA KATANA
Type: Katana (Unsigned)
Item No.: ujka024
Swordsmith: Attributed to FUJIWARA TAKADA
Location: Bungo (Fukuoka prefecture)
Period: Early Edo Period (17th century)
Length: 67.7cm
Length: 1.7cm
Hamon: Suguha (straight)
Certification: NBTHK HOZON (A Sword Worthy of Conservation Certificate from the Society for the Preservation of the Japanese Sword)
Included: Koshirae mounting and Shirsaya scabbard, silk brocade carry bags, sword maintenance kit, illustrated maintenance guide, sword stand, full exportation support to send sword to home country
This sword was SOLD at the Misawa MOSC Bazaar (October 2011)
Pre-event photo (click for larger view)
Description:
Behold a sword with great character. It is attributed to Fujiwara Takada, a very respected swordsmith of his generation.
This is typical representation of Shinto era swords at the commencement of the Edo period (around 1630AD). Steel manufacturing and transport links became more efficient within the country, and the weight of this piece a testament to such cultural advancements.
On the mounting there is a unique reference to a royal family scene in which they are in battle with the Samurai. It is likely the depiction of the classic battles of the Taira and Minamoto clans in the Kyoto area in the late 12th century.
The menuki under the silk handle (tsuka) are of Shisa lions, which bring the owner good luck and can ward off evil spirits in the home. Look for the man and woman on the kashira (pommel) holding a giant naginata (pole sword). The red lacquered saya (scabbard) is decorated by the sprinkling of tiny pieces of sea shells.
It’s this impressive attention to detail that sets Japan apart from the rest of the world.
A marvelous keepsake from an iconic time in Japan.
Cash or Direct Transfer Discount:
A 4% discount is offered for payments made directly to Unique Japan by direct bank transfer or in cash (dollars or yen). An attractive layaway plan is also available as listed below. Contact us to purchase this sword.
Convenient Layaway Plan:
Unique Japan is proud to offer a convenient layaway plan for our valued customers. If you are interested in purchasing this sword on layaway, simply contact us here for more information. The general terms of our layaway plan are outlined here.
If you are an American citizen living on Okinawa, we encourage layaway plans to use the services of G.I. Bill Pay, whom we have an account with. They can create a cost-effective payment plan that works best for you.
View this Sword in Person:
If you are interested in this sword and others from our collection, please contact us to book an appointment. Private meetings are generally arranged within the Tokyo area.
Exportation from Japan:
Unique Japan is able to ship swords from Japan to countries all over the world. All legal exportation paperwork is included with every purchase. Please allow about 4 weeks for us to process and ship an order from Japan. Dealers welcome.