Ordering number：24273

Katana in Shirasaya (NBTHK Hozon Token)

Signature: Yoshū Saijō-jū Motomitsu Saku
豫州西條住元光作

We divide 4 sections for each sword as Saijyo Saku, Jyojyo Saku, Jyo Saku, and Regular Saku.
The work of this swordsmith is ranked as Jyo Saku.
Polished
Habaki: Silver double habaki
Blade Length: 68.0 cm (26.77 in)
Curvature: 1.6 cm (0.63 in)
Mekugi Hole: 1
Width at Base: 3.13 cm (1.23 in)
Width at Tip: 2.37 cm (0.93 in)
Thickness of Rim: 0.66 cm (0.26 in)
Sword Weight: 820 grams (1.81 lbs)
Era: Showa
Shape: A wide blade with a solid thickness and a well-defined curvature, featuring a long and healthy boshi.
Jigane: Tightly forged ko-itame hada, resulting in a plain surface.
Hamon: Well-aligned gunome-midare from the base to the yokote, continuing to the boshi.

Features: The sword by Yoshū Saijō-jū Motomitsu is registered as a Showa era sword. Based on its length, curvature, and other characteristics, it is recognized as a Showa period creation.

Aoi Art’s Comment: Nearly 75 years have passed since the end of the war. Many swords were produced and used by officers during this time. The quality of the steel and the hamon varied greatly, and each swordsmith was evaluated based on their work. It’s fascinating how despite best efforts, achieving top-tier quality can be elusive. The same goes for polishing. Skilled individuals create and evaluate these works.

NBTHK Hozon Token
Aoi Art estimation paper
Whole Oshigata
*Please note: The price does not include shipping fees.

Price:350,000JPY

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