{"id":15219,"date":"2021-03-27T21:29:22","date_gmt":"2021-03-27T12:29:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/?post_type=product&p=15219"},"modified":"2022-08-25T12:55:52","modified_gmt":"2022-08-25T03:55:52","slug":"antique-japanese-sword-wakizashi-signed-by-toshizane-nbthk-hozon-certificate","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/product\/antique-japanese-sword-wakizashi-signed-by-toshizane-nbthk-hozon-certificate\/","title":{"rendered":"Antique Japanese Sword Wakizashi Signed by Toshizane
NBTHK Hozon<\/span> Certificate"},"content":{"rendered":"

Antique Japanese Sword Wakizashi Signed by Toshizane with NBTHK<\/span> Hozon<\/span> Certificate\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u3010Description\u3011<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This Wakizashi was made by Minryushi Toshizane(\u7720\u9f8d\u5b50\u5bff\u5b9f) in the 9th year of Bunsei era(1826), based on the signature on the tang. NBTHK, one of the most trusted Japanese sword appraisers, validated that the signature is authentic.<\/p>\n

Toshizane was born as the first son of Hamabe Toshinori(\u6d5c\u90e8\u5bff\u683c) in 1777 in Tottori prefecture. His father, Toshinori, is also a well-known swordsmith who served the Inaba domain, specifically Ikeda Clan in Tottori prefecture. Toshinori learned the sword-forging technique in Bizen province(Okayama prefecture today).
\nIt is said that Toshinori was a friend of Suishinshi Masahide, one of the greatest swordsmiths at the end of the Edo period.<\/p>\n

The oldest remaining work created by Toshizane dates back to the seventh year of Kansei(1795), when he was 19 years old. He first signed as \u5bff\u56fd(Toshikuni). When he was 20 years old, he and his father were ordered by Tokugawa Shogunate to examine swords and sword books stored in the Edo government. They stayed in Edo for an extended time. While he was there, he researched many excellent blades forged by historically significant swordsmiths. He also had a technological exchange with the swordsmiths in Edo city.<\/p>\n

He changed his maker’s name to Minryushi Toshizane in the first year of Kyowa(1801). It is said that Toshizan took over his father’s school in 1801 as his father didn’t forge so many swords after that. His father died in the seventh year of Bunka(1810). Toshizane had had many apprentices who later became famous swordsmiths, such as Kawamura Toshitaka, the master of Kiyomaro, one of the most renowned swordsmiths in Japanese history.
\nToshizane forged swords for about 30 years and died at the age of 70 in the third year of Koka(1846). He passed down his outstanding craftsmanship to his son Toshiyuki(\u5bff\u5e78). His school lasted until the end of the Edo period.<\/p>\n

Toshizane was great at forging swords with Choji Midare Hamon. You can see a great example of his highly skilled technique from this Wakizashi. Based on when he was born, this Wakizashi was forged later in his career. We are sure you will be able to appreciate this blade very much.<\/p>\n

\u00a0 This blade has a Hozon certificate issued by NBTHK. This authentication paper was only given to Japanese swords, worth preserving by Nihon Bijutsu Touken Hozon Kyokai(the Society for the Preservation of the Japan Art Sword).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u3010 Blade\u3011<\/span><\/strong>
\nCutting Edge Length(Nagasa)<\/span><\/strong>\uff1a45.8\u00a0 cm (18.0\u00a0inches)<\/span><\/strong>
\nCurvature(Sori)<\/span><\/strong>\uff1a1.0 cm(0.39 inches)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Hamon\uff1a<\/span>
\nThe crystalline structure which forms along the cutting edge of a blade as a result of the hardening process
\nJimon(Jihada)\uff1a<\/span>
\nvisible steel surface pattern created by folding and hammering during forging process<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Nakago<\/strong><\/span>\uff1aNakago is the tang of the Japanese sword. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Japanese swordsmiths left the black rust on the tang on purpose to prevent red rust while the tang is in its handle. And the discoloration of the tang was created over time, which is a great indicator for a Japanese sword specialist to estimate when the sword was forged.<\/p>\n

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Koshirae: Koshirae is the mounting of the Japanese sword. There are several parts that consist of Koshirae such as Saya(Sabbard), Tsuka( Handle), Tsuba(Handguard).<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Fuchi-Kashira<\/strong><\/span>\uff1aA pair of matching sword fittings that cover the upper and bottom parts of its sword hilt.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0Ryu (\u9f8d, dragon) is designed for this Fuchi Kashira. Its slender body is peeking through the clouds. Initially, the dragon is an imaginary creature found in ancient traditions or myths. Furthermore, the dragon is a symbolic beast of auspicious signs. The dragon’s body is likened to nine animals: antlers are deer, the head is a camel, eyes are demons, the neck is a snake, belly is Mizuchi (\u86df, mythical animal in Japan which looks like a snake and have a horn and four legs), scales are fish, claws are falcons, palms are tigers, and ears are cows. It was thought that the dragon would reign at the top of all animals because of its odd-looking appearance.<\/span>
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\nTsuka and Menuki<\/strong><\/span>\uff1aTsuka is the handle of the Japanese sword and Menuki is its decoration.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

*If you like us to refurbish SAME Hada(white part inside lacing) , please contact us. We can arrange it with extra cost.
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Tsuba and Habaki<\/strong><\/span>\uff1aTsuba is the handguard for the Japanese Sword and Habaki is the equipment to make the blade not touch its scabbard inside.It prevents the blade from getting rusty and chipped.\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0Circle-shaped Tsuba that has Kozuka and Kougai holes. Although any characteristic motif is not designed for this Tsuba, its surface has been finished with the Nanako-Ji technique. It was hit by the Nanako-Ji Tagane (a type of chisel used for this technique). It makes delicate fish egg-shaped protrusions on the entire surface of the Tsuba. The Nanako-Ji with the same size of particles lined up regularly makes us feel the maker’s expert skill.<\/span>
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Saya<\/strong><\/span>\uff1a Saya is the scabbard for the Japanese sword.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Please keep in in mind that there is a little scratch on this scabbard. If you like to know the detail, please contact us.
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Kozuka<\/strong><\/span>\uff1aKozuka is a small knife stored in Kozuka Hitsu(groove of the sheath of the Japanese sword).<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0Same as Fuchi Kashira and Menuki, the dragon pattern decorates this Kozuka. In Japan, there is a belief that the dragon is worshipped as the god of water. According to a theory, initially, the snake was regarded as this faith’s god. However, the Dragon God’s belief was brought from overseas, and people consider that snake became a dragon after ascending to heaven. As rice cultivation has flourished in this country, water is always related to life, so people thought this belief necessary. They believed the dragon’s extraordinary power due to its mysterious figure. It might be the reason that this beast motif has been applied to various items such as sword mountings.\u00a0<\/span>
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Kougai<\/strong><\/span>\uff1aKougai is the equipment for Samurai to arrange or fix his hair style.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0The same type of dragon pattern is designed for this Kougai as well as Kozuka.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Authentication Paper<\/strong><\/span>\uff1aNBTHK\u00a0 Hozon Certificate for the blade<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0NBTHK, also known as Nihon Bijutsu Touken Hozon Kyokai (the Society for the Preservation of the Japan Art Sword), is one of the oldest Japanese sword appraising organizations in modern-day Japan. They authenticated the blade on August 28th in the second year of Reiwa(2020). They appraised it as Hozon Touken, the blade worth preserving for Japanese society. The purchaser will receive this original certificate as well. We can also translate what is written into English and make a PDF file for your record if you request.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Registration Number : \u00a0Hyogo 104393<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\n\u00a0The Board of Education in Hyogo prefecture issued a registration paper for this sword . In order to obtain this paper, the sword needs to be traditionally hand forged. With this paper, its owner can legally own an authentic Japanese sword in Japan. This paper will need to be returned to the board of education when the sword being shipped abroad but you can receive a copy of it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u3010About us\u3011<\/span><\/strong>
\n Samurai Museum is located in Tokyo, Japan, exhibiting antique artifacts related to the Samurai history. Samurai Museum Shop is the place for those who are interested in Japanese culture and craftsmanship. We deal with antique Samurai swords\/armor, traditional crafts made in Japan and so on. <\/span><\/p>\n

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\u3010Japanese Sword& Export Process<\/strong>\u3011<\/span>
\n The Japanese swords we deal with are hand-forged edged swords made in Japan. It was made from the traditional carbon steel called TAMAHAGANE(\u7389\u92fc)<\/span><\/a>. Samurai Museum is familiar with the proper legal procedure for an antique\/ authentic Japanese sword to be exported from Japan. We have sent more than 300 Japanese swords to amazing owners who appreciate its historical value. <\/span><\/p>\n

Each Japanese sword is registered under the Agency for Cultural Affairs and the Board of Education in Japan.They issue a registration paper for each Japanese sword for its owner in Japan to legally possess it. The Japanese sword with its registration paper means it was traditionally hand-forged in Japan.
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To legally export the sword from Japan to other countries, we will have to apply for its permit to the Agency for Cultural Affairs(Bunkacho) and return the original registration paper to the Board of Education. It normally takes around 2-4 weeks<\/strong> to receive this permit after submitting required documents. And we would like you to expect at least 1-1.5 months<\/strong> for your order to arrive at your given address after you ordered. For more detailed info, please click here<\/span><\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

It is allowed for residents in Japan to own authentic Japanese swords without a special license as long as they come with registration papers. Please feel free to contact us if you are a resident of Japan, whether temporarily or permanently. We will also assist you when you leave Japan and need to obtain the export permit.<\/p>\n

\u3010Payment Method\u3011<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u00a0 We accept payment through Stripe(Credit card), PayPal, Apple Pay or ChromePay, all of which are secure payment methods. If you prefer other payment method, please contact us. After confirming your payment, we will apply for an export permit. You may either pay in JPY, USD, AUD, EUR <\/strong>or GBP<\/strong>. The price is set in Japanese Yen. Prices in other currencies are automatically calculated based on the latest exchange rate.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u3010Shipping\u3011<\/strong><\/span>
\nWe have shipped authentic Japanese swords to the USA, Canada, Mexico, UK, Germany , France and Hong Kong<\/strong><\/span>. If you don’t live in these countries and like to order, please contact us first before making a purchase. We offer Free International Shipping<\/strong><\/span> as long as we can send antique Japanese swords by either EMS or FedEx(Canada).<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0 We normally ship by<\/span> EMS<\/strong>(Express Mail Service) provided by Japan Post. When we receive an order from the Canada we will use <\/span>FedEx<\/strong> instead as EMS temporarily stops shipping from Japan to those countries due to COVID-19.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0 We will send you a tracking number for your order as soon as we hand it to the post office\/FedEx. We will put 100 % insurance on the shipping document without any extra charge. Based on the total amount, there might be a duty tax or other fee for you to pay, depending on the countries. We use package cushioning to protect the item and put it in a PVC pipe, which is one of the most secure packages because of its durability.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0 It will normally takes 5-14 days for the item to arrive at your given address after we dispatch it. Time of delivery is estimated as accurately as possible by the carrier but does not take into account any delays beyond our control such as by inclement weather, post office holiday seasons.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0 *Please keep in mind that due to the spread of COVID-19, there might be delays in shipping. If you like to know the detail about shipping, please feel free to ask us.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u3010How to make sure the condition\u3011<\/strong><\/span>
\n Please keep in mind that what you are going to purchase is an antique item. We uploaded high resolution photos for you to check its condition thoroughly. If you like to see more photos with different angles, please feel free to contact us. We will be happy to send them to you so that you can make informed decision.<\/span> It is essential for us to know that you are happy with your choice of a sword. and we are prepared to use the best of our ability to serve you.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u3010The Art of Nihonto(Japanese Sword)<\/strong>\u3011
\nSamurai’s history is a profound, eloquent legacy of ancient Japanese warriors in which millions of people worldwide are being fascinated. If you like to find out the art of Nihonto, please click here.<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u3010A Guide to Japanese Sword Maintenance<\/strong>\u3011<\/span>
\n After acquiring an genuine Japanese sword, it is also important to know how to take good care of it. Here is the special video for you. Mr. Paul Martin, Japanese sword expert, shows you how to give proper maintenance to your sword. When you purchase a Japanese sword from us, you can get a Free<\/span><\/strong> sword maintenance kit, which appears in this video<\/span>.
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