{"product_id":"antique-japanese-sword-katana-signed-masachika","title":"Antique Japanese Sword Katana signed Masachika","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience the exceptional craftsmanship of this katana, forged by the skilled swordsmith \u003cstrong\u003eMasachika\u003c\/strong\u003e, who resided in \u003cstrong\u003eIwama, Jōshū\u003c\/strong\u003e. The sword was crafted on an auspicious day in \u003cstrong\u003eAugust 1969\u003c\/strong\u003e, during the Shōwa era. Masachika’s mastery in traditional Japanese sword-making techniques is reflected in every aspect of this blade, from the balance of the sword to the aesthetic beauty of the hamon and the fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignature : \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eJōshū Iwama jū Masachika saku\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e                     Shōwa yonjūyonnen hachigatsu hi (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAugust 1969)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length (刃長):\u003c\/strong\u003e 63.1 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSori (反り - Blade Curvature):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth at Base (元幅):\u003c\/strong\u003e 32.0 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness at Base (元重):\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.0 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth at Tip (先幅):\u003c\/strong\u003e 21.3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness at Tip (先重):\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length with Mountings (拵全長):\u003c\/strong\u003e 103.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlade Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe katana features a finely detailed blade with a prominent \u003cstrong\u003echoji-ba hamon\u003c\/strong\u003e, known for its clove-like patterns that give the blade both elegance and strength. The \u003cstrong\u003emasame hada\u003c\/strong\u003e steel grain pattern, running in a straight grain along the blade, ensures excellent cutting performance while showcasing the swordsmith’s refined technique. Every element of the blade design reflects traditional sword-making at its finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSignature (Mei)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFace Side:\u003c\/strong\u003e 常州岩間住正近作 (Jōshū Iwama jū Masachika saku)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReverse Side:\u003c\/strong\u003e 昭和四十四年八月日 (Made on an auspicious day in August 1969, Shōwa 44)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKoshirae (拵え - Mountings)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sword is housed in a sturdy and beautifully crafted \u003cstrong\u003ekoshirae\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to complement the blade’s functionality and traditional aesthetic. The fittings are robust, providing the perfect balance for practical use while enhancing the visual appeal of the katana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe swordsmith \u003cstrong\u003eMasachika\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose full mei reads \u003cstrong\u003eJōshū Iwama jū Masachika saku,\u003c\/strong\u003e was active during the Shōwa period (1926-1989). He worked primarily in the \u003cstrong\u003eHitachi province\u003c\/strong\u003e and was particularly active between \u003cstrong\u003e1968 and 1989\u003c\/strong\u003e. Masachika produced swords known for their fine craftsmanship during the later years of traditional sword-making in Japan, as swordsmiths continued the ancient practices despite the significant changes in Japanese society.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tokyo Nihonto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43199492096083,"sku":"671466e1db495","price":2700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/8092\/6035\/files\/P1055807-Avecaccentuation-NR_d6afd0a5-1a72-49b3-b482-b3e8f6691946.jpg?v=1762246458","url":"https:\/\/hundredswords.store\/products\/antique-japanese-sword-katana-signed-masachika","provider":"hundredswords","version":"1.0","type":"link"}