{"product_id":"antique-japanese-katana-sword-from-late-muromachi-66-6-cm","title":"Antique Japanese Katana Sword from Late Muromachi, 66.6 cm","description":"\u003csection class=\"product\"\u003e\u003cheader\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignature (Mei):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan lang=\"ja\"\u003e無銘\u003c\/span\u003e Mumei (Unsigned)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod \/ Province:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Muromachi to Early Edo Period (c. 1570–1620)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ornate Samurai Koshirae and Shirasaya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length (Nagasa):\u003c\/strong\u003e 66.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurvature (Sori):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMekugi-ana:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shinogi-zukuri with a standard Mihaba and Chu-kissaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJihada:\u003c\/strong\u003e Itame-hada mixed with Mokume; visible grain structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHamon:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distinct Gunome-midare with Sunagashi and a clear Nie-line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis striking \u003cstrong\u003eKatana\u003c\/strong\u003e dates to the pivotal transition between the late Muromachi and early Edo periods. Measuring \u003cstrong\u003e66.6 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e in nagasa with a graceful \u003cstrong\u003e1.7 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e sori, the blade exhibits the robust and functional geometry required during the final eras of large-scale samurai warfare. Though \u003cstrong\u003eMumei\u003c\/strong\u003e (unsigned), the quality of the steel and the sophisticated heat treatment point toward a highly capable smith working in the Bizen or Mino tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ehamon\u003c\/strong\u003e is an active \u003cstrong\u003egunome-midare\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring undulating peaks that showcase excellent technical control. The \u003cstrong\u003ejihada\u003c\/strong\u003e (surface grain) presents a well-defined \u003cstrong\u003eitame\u003c\/strong\u003e pattern, reflecting the dense, resilient forging characteristic of blades intended for practical use by the bushi class during the turn of the 17th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"koshirae\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKoshirae Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sword is outfitted in a high-status mounting that emphasizes both artistry and durability. The \u003cstrong\u003esaya\u003c\/strong\u003e features a unique \u003cstrong\u003etextured Ishime-ji\u003c\/strong\u003e finish, providing a non-slip grip and a rugged, matte aesthetic. The \u003cstrong\u003etsuka\u003c\/strong\u003e is wrapped in a traditional dark silk \u003cstrong\u003eito\u003c\/strong\u003e over genuine white rayskin (samegawa), accented by gold-detailed \u003cstrong\u003emenuki\u003c\/strong\u003e depicting floral or seasonal motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003etsuba\u003c\/strong\u003e is a masterful iron work in the \u003cstrong\u003eSukashi\u003c\/strong\u003e (openwork) style, likely representing a stylized crane or wheel, symbolizing longevity and the turning of fate. The \u003cstrong\u003efuchi-kashira\u003c\/strong\u003e are finely crafted with gold \u003cem\u003enunome-zogan\u003c\/em\u003e, depicting traditional Japanese landscape or botanical scenes, which elevates the sword from a simple sword to a piece of wearable art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackground\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlades from the \u003cstrong\u003eLate Muromachi to Early Edo\u003c\/strong\u003e period are often referred to as \u003cem\u003eKeicho-shinto\u003c\/em\u003e precursors. During this time, the chaotic \"Age of Warring States\" (Sengoku Jidai) was giving way to the stability of the Tokugawa Shogunate. Smiths adapted their styles to create swords that were slightly thicker and more durable than their predecessors. The attribution to this era suggests a blade that was forged for a samurai who lived through the transition from constant battle to a life of disciplined administrative and ceremonial duties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Tokyo Nihonto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51212881166503,"sku":"KATANA60","price":4002.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0763\/6792\/1319\/files\/P1100487-Enhanced-NR.jpg?v=1786767961","url":"https:\/\/minkatana.shop\/products\/antique-japanese-katana-sword-from-late-muromachi-66-6-cm","provider":"MINKATANA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}