{"product_id":"antique-japanese-sword-katana-signed-jumyo-hozon","title":"Antique Japanese Sword Katana by Jumyo (Hozon)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis antique Japanese sword, crafted by the esteemed \u003cstrong\u003eJumyo school\u003c\/strong\u003e, carries historical and cultural significance as a \u003cstrong\u003epreserved sword certified by the Nihon Bijutsu Token Hozon Kyokai (NBTHK)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Originating from the renowned \u003cstrong\u003eMino Province\u003c\/strong\u003e, this katana is an exceptional example of the craftsmanship and artistry that flourished during the \u003cstrong\u003elate Edo period\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Edo period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hozon Token\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchool\u003c\/strong\u003e : Jumyo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWithout signature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHamon:\u003c\/strong\u003e Notare midare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length (刃長, \"hacho\"):\u003c\/strong\u003e 68.9 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurvature (反り, \"sori\"):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Width at Base (元幅, \"motohaba\"):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.8 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness at Base (元重, \"motokasane\"):\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Width at Tip (先幅, \"sakihaba\"):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness at Tip (先重, \"sakikasane\"):\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra and Lineage:\u003c\/strong\u003e This katana belongs to the prestigious \u003cstrong\u003eJumyo school\u003c\/strong\u003e, which traces its roots to the \u003cstrong\u003eYamato Tegai school\u003c\/strong\u003e of Nara and later thrived in the \u003cstrong\u003eMino Province\u003c\/strong\u003e during the Kamakura period. The name \"Jumyo,\" meaning \"longevity,\" made these swords highly valued as celebratory gifts among samurai and daimyo families.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship and Utility:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Jumyo blades are a prime example of the \u003cstrong\u003eMino-Den\u003c\/strong\u003e swordsmithing style. Their functional design and auspicious meaning made them popular during the Sengoku Jidai and Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuality and Craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTsuba (Handguard):\u003c\/strong\u003e The tsuba is an authentic piece by the artisan \u003cstrong\u003eNobu Ie\u003c\/strong\u003e, renowned for his masterful craftsmanship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The blade has been preserved in excellent condition, with a sharp edge, clear hamon, and a fine polish that highlights its traditional features.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLegacy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis katana embodies centuries of Japanese swordsmithing tradition, from its origins in Yamato to its evolution in Mino Province. Its certification as a \u003cstrong\u003eHozon Token\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures its place as an invaluable artifact, treasured for both its historical and artistic significance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tokyo Nihonto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43199490555987,"sku":"6749809974a24","price":4100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/8092\/6035\/files\/P1066688-Avecaccentuation-NR.jpg?v=1762246428","url":"https:\/\/hundredswords.store\/products\/antique-japanese-sword-katana-signed-jumyo-hozon","provider":"hundredswords","version":"1.0","type":"link"}