Antique Japanese Sword Katana by Takasaki Morishige (Hozon)
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Antique Japanese Sword Katana by Takasaki Morishige (Hozon)
This antique Japanese sword, crafted by Morishige, an esteemed 3rd-generation swordsmith, carries historical and cultural significance as a preserved sword certified by the Nihon Token Hozon Kai. It is a rare Gunma Prefecture regional sword associated with the Takasaki Domain.
- Period: Transition between Muromachi and Edo (Shinkozakai)
- Certificate : Hozon
- Hamon: Gunome midare
- Blade Length (刃長, "hacho"): 64 cm
- Curvature (反り, "sori"): 1 cm
- Blade Width at Base (元幅, "motohaba"): 3 cm
- Blade Thickness at Base (元重, "motokasane"): 7 mm
- Blade Width at Tip (先幅, "sakihaba"): 2.5 cm
- Blade Thickness at Tip (先重, "sakikasane"): 6 mm
- Blade Weight without Scabbard: 760 g
Historical Significance
Era and Lineage: This sword dates to the transitional period between the Muromachi and Edo eras. Despite an appraisal dating it to the late Muromachi period, the inclusion of the Takasaki place name (established in Keichō 2) indicates it was crafted by 3rd-generation Morishige during this new-old era boundary.
Domain Craftsman: Following the establishment of the Takasaki Domain by the Ii family in 1607, Morishige was formally employed as an official domain craftsman for the Takasaki Domain.
Quality and Craftsmanship
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Condition: The fittings (koshirae) are brand new, designed for Iaido practice while preserving traditional aesthetics.
- Handle (Tsuka): Made by a reputable Kansai martial arts supplier. The mekugi-ana (peg hole) is drilled horizontally with a 5 mm diameter.
- Scabbard (Saya): Crafted by a partner in Gifu Prefecture.
- Stability: The handle is firm and has no looseness, ensuring excellent balance and durability.
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All the details you love about the original—with a fresh flared block heel and modern square toe. Expertly crafted using soft Nappa leather, this essential style molds and moves with you to keep you comfortably on your feet all day (and night). This boot uses leather sourced from a Leather Working Group-approved trader. The Leather Working Group (LWG) Audit Standards provide transparency and accountability within the leather supply chain—covering energy and water usage.
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All the details you love about the original—with a fresh flared block heel and modern square toe. Expertly crafted using soft Nappa leather, this essential style molds and moves with you to keep you comfortably on your feet all day (and night). This boot uses leather sourced from a Leather Working Group-approved trader. The Leather Working Group (LWG) Audit Standards provide transparency and accountability within the leather supply chain—covering energy and water usage.