{"product_id":"antique-japanese-sword-katana-hachiya-kanesada","title":"Antique Japanese Sword Katana Hachiya Kanesada","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMei (Signature)\u003c\/strong\u003e: 表【兼貞】\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e: Katana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod\u003c\/strong\u003e : Muromachi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRegistration Date\u003c\/strong\u003e: September 12, Heisei 3 (1991)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 63.4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCurvature (Sori)\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMekugi-ana\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMotohaba (Width at the base)\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMotokasane (Thickness at the base)\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.45 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSakihaba (Width at the tip)\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.35 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSakikasane (Thickness at the tip)\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Approximately 308.4g (excluding Habaki and handle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHabaki Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Approximately 10g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal Sheath (Saya) Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: Approximately 90.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground and History:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis sword is a rare work of the renowned \u003cstrong\u003eMino province blacksmith\u003c\/strong\u003e, Hachiya Kanesada. Originating from the Mino region, this blade seems to date from the Tenbun era (around 1532), making it a relic of about 491 years. Though the sword is slender with a motohaba of just 2 cm, its lightweight nature makes it an exceptional piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKanesada, often bestowed with the title \"Hachiya\" due to his residence in the Hachiya area of Mino, is a name that has been carried through several generations of blacksmiths during the Muromachi period. These blacksmiths were famed for their finely crafted blades, tailored for both beauty and function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKanesada swords are known for their harmony between the beauty of the temper and the functionality of the cut. The fact that this blade is a \"shoshin\" (authentic) Kanesada, probably from the fourth generation given the dating, makes it an especially treasured piece for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Hachiya Kanesada school was influential during the Muromachi period, especially during the tumultuous years when the demand for reliable and efficient swords was at its peak. These blades were cherished not only for their cutting ability but also for their artistic beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis Kanesada is an excellent example of the forging art of the Muromachi period, a time when Japan was in upheaval, and samurai were in desperate need of reliable weapons for the unceasing feudal wars. Having such a piece in your collection is both a privilege and a window into a bygone era of feudal Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tokyo Nihonto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43199516704851,"sku":null,"price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/8092\/6035\/files\/Hachiya-Kanesada-Katana-Katana-Sword-8552.png?v=1762246532","url":"https:\/\/hundredswords.store\/products\/antique-japanese-sword-katana-hachiya-kanesada","provider":"hundredswords","version":"1.0","type":"link"}