This item is a set of three replica Japanese swords. Each of them was inspired by highly famous Samurai’s swords. Here are their brief personal histories. This replica sword set display would be a gorgeous and elegant interior in your room. Or, it is also a good idea to give it as a gift to someone interested in Japanese art and culture. Please note that this sword stand does not come with sword stand in pictures. If you would like to purchase this sword stand, please feel free to contact us.
【NOBUNAGA ODA】
The lower one is HESHIKIRI HASEBE NOBUNAGA ODA style Katana.
Ever since its origin during the Nambokucho period (Circa 1336-1392 A.D.), Japanese sword ‘HESHIKIRI HASEBE’ made by Hasebe has impressed plenty of past Samurais and sword collectors in history. Daimyo Oda Nobunaga is the most famous Samurai to have owned this sword. His cutting his servant in half is the origin of its title ‘Heshikiri,’ as he shoved this sword against the cupboard where the retainer hid on the behind. The sword Hasebe smoothly penetrated the whole furniture and reached over the servent’s body.
The original Heshikiri Hasebe is now registered as a national treasure and currently belongs to Fukuoka City, Fukuoka prefecture.
This product has some remarkable features as follows:
-Surpassing most replicas, the Midare-Ba pattern on the blade’s Hamon is nearly as intricate and beautiful as real Katana shows.
-the Buddhist mantra on its Tsuba (Handguard) that reads ‘南無妙法蓮華経,’ which means ‘I dedicate my faith to the great lessons of Renge-Kyo (the Buddhist Scripture).’
【HIDEYOSHI TOYOTOMI】
The middle one is HIDEYOSHI TOYOTOMI style Katana.
Born on March 17th, 1537 – TOYOTOMI HIDEYOSHI lived the representative life of‘Gekokujou(下剋上)’. His upbringing as a peasant perfectly fits the universal image of ‘Rise to Power’; he joined the powerful Oda clan that Oda Nobunaga ruled when he was 21. He was present at the Battle of Okehazama, which had later become a critical moment in the clan’s development. Hideyoshi later achieved his unwavering power in the clan, starting from sandal-bearer of Oda Nobunaga, provincial negotiator, to the retainer whose realm officially branched out of the original Oda clan, with Hideyoshi – a former peasant – being entitled as the prestigious Daimyo.
Following Nobunaga’s retainer Akechi Mitsuhide’s treason at the Honnoji Incident, Hideyoshi declared the full-count defiance against the Akechi clan to defeat them. And he claimed himself to be Nobunaga’s political heir. He eventually was entitled by court nobles as Kampaku (President on the emperor’s behalf) and thus established his government (National government) based in Osaka, with Osaka Castle being his palace.
The Supremacy of Hideyoshi’s regime is often seen in his fanatic love for a gorgeous look. This replica sword shows you exactly what he had craved for life. Gold and orange are Hideyoshi’s symbolism – this replica sword says it best.
【IEYASU TOKUGAWA】
Finally, the upper one is IEYASU TOKUGAWA style Katana.
Tokugawa Ieyasu is one of the most famous Samurais in history for his unwavering supremacy as the first Shogun (The president in the Samurai regime) in the Edo period (1603-1868). He is often admired for his patience – While the other Samurai lords were reigning over dozens of states, Ieyasu kept waiting for the time to turn it all around.
He began to expand his military authority in solidarity with the Oda clan from the late 1560s until Oda Nobunaga passed due to treason. Following that, the Tokugawa clan joined the Toyotomi clan’s alliance to help make Toyotomi’s way to the king of the new order and further develop Tokugawa’s realm. After the lord Toyotomi Hideyoshi had passed away, Ieyasu finally parted ways with the Toyotomi clan and initiated The Battle of Sekigahara against Toyotomi, which divided the whole country. Having won this battle, Ieyasu established the most significant Samurai regime in history, the Edo government.
This product represents Tokugawa’s timeless power as gold and purple are the traditional Japanese color scheme associated with prosperity.
【About us】
Samurai Museum is located in Tokyo, Japan, exhibiting antique artifacts related to Samurai history. Samurai Museum Shop is a good place for those who are interested in Samurai culture and Japanese craftsmanship. We deal with antique/replica Samurai swords, armor, sword mountings, traditional Japanese crafts, and so on.
【Please read the information below before you make a purchase】
1. About the Sword
This replica sword is made in Japan and has no edge(no sharpness) on the blade. Please keep in mind that it isn’t a battle-ready sharp sword and is only made for display.
2. Payment method
We accept payment through Stripe(Credit card), PayPal, Apple Pay, or ChromePay, all of which are secure payment methods. If you prefer other payment methods, please contact us. You may either pay in JPY, USD, AUD, EUR, CHF or GBP. The price is set in Japanese Yen. Prices in other currencies are automatically calculated based on the latest exchange rate.
3. Shipping Duration
We normally ship via EMS (Express Mail Service) provided by Japan Post. It usually takes at least 5-14 days to deliver the package after you place an order. Please keep in mind that EMS temporarily stops shipping to a few countries due to COVID-19 and other factors. We offer Free International Shipping as long as we can ship your order by EMS. Please contact us prior to purchasing a replica Japanese sword if you don’t live in USA, France, Germany, Canada or Switzerland. For more detail, please check Shipment and Delivery.
We will inform you of the order’s tracking number via email. Please make sure you fill out your valid email address correctly.
*Please keep in mind that due to the spread of COVID-19, there might be possible delays in delivery. If you like to make sure that EMS shipping is available to your country, please feel free to contact us.
4. Notes
Please ensure that the country of your order’s destination allows you to import replica swords before you make a purchase.
If you would like to see the list of countries to which we have previously shipped replica swords, please jump to this link.
For the latest information, please feel free to contact us.
5. What is NOT included
The sword stand in the picture does not come with the product. We sell the sword stands as well. Available here.
6. Caution
Although this product is indeed a replica sword, you could hurt people when misused. You may not disassemble or adjust the sword. This product is solely made for ornamental purposes.
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【Guide to Appreciating Replica Japanese Sword 】
After you have earned your favorite replica sword, there are countless ways to enhance your Japanese sword experience.
For starters, we have listed up a few things you may like to do with your replica sword.
Inspection
Inspect and feel the artistry of the sword. You will be amazed by the maker’s work quality to make it look like a great replica of the Japanese sword.
Find the right place to display
Katana would look great when displayed in the best way. Find the best place in your house, your office, or anywhere you like so that the sword would be appreciated as much as you like.
Learn the details
Japanese swords are assembled much more intricately than you may imagine. The replicas also reflect quite a lot of those detailed features of the real ones. You can learn the name of each segment, the joints, and how they all come together to compliment the whole piece.
Learn the History
Many of our products are the signature models of real Samurai in the past time. You may learn the history behind them and the exquisite depth of Samurai history as a whole. A brief description of how the original sword came about is given below the product pictures.
【Give the Replica Japanese Sword to Your Significant Other】
Are you looking for a unique gift for someone interested in Japanese culture?
We recommend you give them the replica Japanese sword as a present.
All our replica Japanese swords are great to display as they are precisely designed following the traditional Nihonto style.
Katana was the primary weapon of Samurai for a long time during the Samurai period. In Japanese culture, giving a sword to someone means to hope that the sword protects them from evil spirits and misfortune. Therefore, the Japanese sword still has its place in Japanese ceremonial events such as the Japanese wedding. The bride puts a Tanto(primarily known as Kaiken) under their belt, hoping that it protects them. Also, in the Shichigosan ceremony, people give a short Katana to their children wishing for their healthy growth.
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