{"product_id":"antique-japanese-sword-katana-inaba-no-kuni-kanesaki","title":"Antique Japanese Sword Katana Inaba no kuni Kanesaki","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge\u003c\/strong\u003e : 1831, Tempo era \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(1830-1844)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation\u003c\/strong\u003e : Inaba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwordsmith\u003c\/strong\u003e : (因幡国妙一峰雪入道兼先) Inaba no kuni Myoitsu Hosetsu Nyudo Kanesaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 78.3 cm (30.83 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurvature\u003c\/strong\u003e (Sori): 1.8 cm (0.71 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMekugi-ana\u003c\/strong\u003e (peg hole): 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoto-haba\u003c\/strong\u003e (Base width): 3.2 cm (1.26 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoto-kasane\u003c\/strong\u003e (Base thickness): 0.9 cm (0.35 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSaki-haba\u003c\/strong\u003e (Tip width): 2.2 cm (0.87 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSaki-kasane\u003c\/strong\u003e (Tip thickness): 0.65 cm (0.26 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard\u003c\/strong\u003e (Sheath) Length: 110 cm (43.31 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1166.2 g (41.12 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHabaki Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 38.5 g (1.36 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 193.5 g (6.82 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Width\u003c\/strong\u003e: 28.5 cm (11.22 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTsuba\u003c\/strong\u003e (Hand guard) Weight: 152.8 g (5.39 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTsuba Height\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8.6 cm (3.39 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTsuba Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.45 cm (0.18 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length of the Sword with Handle\u003c\/strong\u003e: 114.5 cm (45.08 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the realm of Japanese blades, the Inaba no Kuni Myoitsu Hosetsu Nyudo Kanesaki represents a lineage of exceptional craftsmanship and historic significance. This magnificent blade from the esteemed Inaba domain, present-day Tottori prefecture, is a proud testament to the deep-rooted traditions of sword-making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis blade, weighing an impressive 1166g (41.12 oz) and spanning slightly over 78.3 cm (30.83 inches), is a rare find. The white sheath, inscribed by Bizen-shi, ensures its authenticity and quality. Such swords, surpassing a kilogram in weight with an accompanying pristine sheath, are indeed a rarity. To possess a blade of this magnitude and significance is to own a piece of Japan's intricate history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Kanesaki:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name \"Kanesaki\" resonates deeply in the annals of Japanese sword-making. Originating from Inaba, the title has been carried down through eight generations, from the Edo to the early Meiji period. This particular blade was crafted by the seventh-generation Kanesaki, whose birth name was Heki Yazaburo. He hailed from the Mino Kanesaki lineage, having apprenticed under Kanemoto during the late Muromachi period, in the early to mid-16th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe prestige and rarity of this blade, with its historical connections and superb craftsmanship, make it an invaluable addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tokyo Nihonto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43199515787347,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/8092\/6035\/files\/3_28a048ba-bef5-4476-8d8b-0f5125ad0efa.png?v=1762246528","url":"https:\/\/hundredswords.store\/products\/antique-japanese-sword-katana-inaba-no-kuni-kanesaki","provider":"hundredswords","version":"1.0","type":"link"}