{"product_id":"antique-japanese-katana-rounded-kakugata-tsuba-late-muromachi","title":"Antique Japanese Katana Rounded Kakugata Tsuba - Late Muromachi","description":"\u003csection class=\"product\"\u003e\u003cheader\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignature (Mei):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMumei — Late Muromachi work\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod \/ Province:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Muromachi period (c. 1550–1600) — Likely Bizen or Mino influence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e —\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length (Nagasa):\u003c\/strong\u003e 61.1 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurvature (Sori):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4 cm, gentle tori-zori\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMekugi-ana:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape (Sugata):\u003c\/strong\u003e Shinogi-zukuri with harmonious curvature typical of battlefield swords\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHamon:\u003c\/strong\u003e Notare-midare — soft undulating wave pattern with a bright nioi-guchi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJihada:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ko-itame with subtle hada activity visible under proper lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKissaki:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chū-kissaki (medium point)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Japanese polish enhancing the flowing hamon and refined ji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting (Koshirae):\u003c\/strong\u003e Edo-period style — lacquered saya, iron tsuba, gold-decorated fuchi-kashira, dark green tsuka-ito over samegawa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant katana dates to the \u003cstrong\u003elate Muromachi period (c. 1550–1600)\u003c\/strong\u003e, a time of continual warfare when swords were forged for practical battlefield use yet still retained artistic refinement. The blade is \u003cstrong\u003emumei\u003c\/strong\u003e, as is typical for many Sengoku-era swords, but its form and workmanship clearly reflect high-quality regional traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sword features a graceful \u003cstrong\u003eshinogi-zukuri\u003c\/strong\u003e shape with a gentle \u003cstrong\u003etori-zori curvature\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering both cutting efficiency and balanced handling. Its defining characteristic is the flowing \u003cstrong\u003enotare-midare hamon\u003c\/strong\u003e, composed of soft, wave-like undulations and a bright, active \u003cstrong\u003enioi-guchi\u003c\/strong\u003e. This style is commonly associated with strong Bizen and Mino influences during the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eko-itame jihada\u003c\/strong\u003e displays a tight grain that becomes visible as the light moves across the polished surface. Together with the controlled heat treatment, it reflects the skill of late-Muromachi smiths who balanced durability with aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tang (\u003cem\u003enakago\u003c\/em\u003e) has \u003cstrong\u003etwo mekugi-ana\u003c\/strong\u003e, suggesting the sword saw service and was remounted during its long life — a hallmark of authentic Sengoku-era blades. The \u003cstrong\u003echū-kissaki\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a practical, well-proportioned tip suited for both cutting and thrusting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying \u003cstrong\u003ekoshirae\u003c\/strong\u003e displays refined Edo-period styling. The iron \u003cstrong\u003etsuba\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs with gold-accented \u003cstrong\u003efuchi-kashira\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the dark green \u003cstrong\u003etsuka-ito\u003c\/strong\u003e wrapped over \u003cstrong\u003esamegawa\u003c\/strong\u003e creates a dignified military presence. The lacquered saya completes the mount, offering a cohesive and traditional aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an authentic late-Muromachi katana with attractive hamon and period koshirae, this sword represents the warrior culture of Japan’s Sengoku age — functional, elegant, and historically significant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Tokyo Nihonto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51212881068199,"sku":"691c956f039b2","price":4140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0763\/6792\/1319\/files\/P1100152-Enhanced-NR.jpg?v=1786767970","url":"https:\/\/minkatana.shop\/products\/antique-japanese-katana-rounded-kakugata-tsuba-late-muromachi","provider":"MINKATANA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}