{"id":9117,"date":"2020-07-20T22:02:35","date_gmt":"2020-07-20T13:02:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/?post_type=product&p=9117"},"modified":"2022-08-22T13:08:41","modified_gmt":"2022-08-22T04:08:41","slug":"antique-japanese-sword-katana-signed-by-yoshikane-nbthk-tokubetsu-hozon-certificate","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/product\/antique-japanese-sword-katana-signed-by-yoshikane-nbthk-tokubetsu-hozon-certificate\/","title":{"rendered":"Antique Japanese Sword Katana Signed by Yoshikane
NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon<\/strong> <\/span>Certificate"},"content":{"rendered":"

Antique Japanese Sword Katana Signed by Yoshikane with NBTHK<\/span> Tokubetsu Hozon<\/span> Certificate\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u3010Description\u3011<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u00a0 Chikuzen Jyu Minamoto Nobukuni YOSHIKANE(\u7b51\u524d\u4f4f\u6e90\u4fe1\u56fd\u5409\u5305)\u00a0 signed this sword in the middle of the Edo Period. Chikuzen is the name of the province located in Fukuoka today. Jyu means living. Minamoto Nobukuni is the name of his school, and YOSHIKANE is his maker’s name. Those who belonged to Nobukuni School in Chikuzen province were called Tsukushi Nobukuni, one of the most prospered sword forging schools in Kyushu island.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0 The Nobukuni school was initially founded by the first generation Nobukuni in Kyoto. The school stayed there for a few generations. However, the 4th generation Nobukuni SADAMITSU had to leave Kyoto city as the battle between the south emperor court and the north emperor court became severe. And, as a result, Kyoto city was burnt(the late 1300’s). We called this battle Nanbokucho war when the Japanese imperial court was separated into two.<\/span>
\nNobukuni Sadamitsu managed to escape and arrive at Usaha(Ohita prefecture)to serve the Ajimu clan. However, after the Ajimu clan was destroyed, The 12th generation Nobukuni YOSHISADA moved to Chikuzen(Fukuoka prefecture)to serve Kuroda Nagamasa, a famous feudal lord(1602). YOSHISADA was a grandfather of YOSHIKANE(14th generation Nobukuni) <\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span>The swords forged by Nobukuni school weren’t probably as famous as Chikuzen Sekido school because they were only allowed to sell within the Kuroda clan, not to other clans.<\/span>
\nYOSHIKANE was the father of SHIGEKANE, who served 8th generation Shogun Tokugawa Yoshimune. His son, Shigemune, was selected as one of four swordsmiths who were allowed to inscribe hollyhock emblem, representing Tokugawa shogunate family crest.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0The signature also says it was forged from Nanban Tetsu(Western carbon steel). Chikuzen province had easy access to western carbon steel as Fukuoka city was one of the biggest hubs for trading in Japan.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0This sword has a Tokubetsu Hozon certificate issued by NBTHK. This authentication paper was only given to Japanese swords, especially worth preserving by Nihon Bijutsu Touken Hozon Kyokai(the Society for the Preservation of the Japan Art Sword). This blade is in excellent condition, and comes with beautiful set of sword mountings.
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\u3010 Blade\u3011<\/span><\/strong>
\nCutting Edge Length(Nagasa)<\/span><\/strong> :70.5<\/strong> cm(27.75 inches)<\/strong><\/span>
\nCurvature(Sori)<\/span><\/strong>\uff1a1.9<\/strong> cm(0.75 inches)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Hamon<\/strong><\/span>\uff1aThe blade pattern created by the tempering process.\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>
\nJimon<\/span><\/strong>\uff1aVisible surface pattern on the steel<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Nakago<\/strong><\/span>\uff1aNakago is the tang of the Japanese sword. The signature(Chikuzen Jyu Minamoto Nobukuni Yoshikane) is inscribed on the front and the other side says the blade was made of western carbon steel(Nanban-Tetsu.)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Japanese swordsmiths left the black rust on the tang because it prevents red rust while the tang is in its handle. And the discoloration of the tang was created over time, and it is a great indicator for a Japanese sword specialist to estimate when the sword was forged.<\/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. Gold inlay was applied on them.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0Samurai, who wears gold armor, is designed on the Kashira. Waves and pine trees are engraved on the Fuchi. Also, a horse is seen on the opposite side (Please check the picture of Tsuka). This Fuchi Kashira might describe a scene of a battle at the water’s edge.\u00a0<\/span>
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Tsuka and Menuki<\/strong><\/span>\uff1aTsuka is the handle of the Japanese sword and Menuki is its decoration.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0Tsuka is coiled with the Hishi-Maki technique, which is a general way to cover the Tsuka.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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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.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0Lions are engraved and inlaid with gold on both sides of Tsuba. Their bodies are covered with curly hair. Initially, Makige-Mon (\u5dfb\u304d\u6bdb\u6587, curly hair pattern) symbolized the sun by its shape. As people regarded lions have the power of the sun, Makige-Mon was started to use for lion’s fur pattern. Furthermore, it is believed that lions will protect people from evil spirits. This Tsuba’s base is decorated with Nanako-Ji (\u9b5a\u5b50\u5730) technique. The groundwork was hit by Nanakoji-Tagane (chisel for metalworking), so small dents cover the background. Each little dot looks like a fish egg; therefore, its name “Nanako” is written as children of fish in Kanji (a kind of Japanese character).<\/span><\/p>\n

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Saya<\/strong><\/span>\uff1a Saya is the scabbard for the Japanese sword.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0The scabbard is painted with glossy black lacquer. During the refining stage of lacquer, it is mixed with iron. The luster of the black coat is made from the oxidation effect of iron.<\/span>
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Authentication Paper<\/strong><\/span>\uff1aNBTHK TOKUBETSU Hozon Certificate for the blade<\/strong><\/span>
\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 May 23th in the first year of Reiwa(2019). They appraised it as Tokubetsu Hozon Touken, the blade especially worth preserving for Japanese society. The purchaser will receive this original certificate as well.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Registration Number : <\/strong><\/span>Gifu 24281<\/span><\/strong>
\n\u00a0The Board of Education in Gifu 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.<\/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>
\n We have shipped authentic Japanese swords to the USA, Canada(BC, AB,ON), Mexico, Australia, 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 UPS(USA only).<\/span><\/p>\n

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

We will send you a tracking number for your order as soon as we hand it to the post office\/UPS. We will put 100 % insurance on the shipping document without any extra charge. Based on the total amount, there might be a duty tax 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

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><\/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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