{"product_id":"katana-signed-amakuni-kura-minamoto-toshiyama","title":"Antique Japanese Sword Katana signed Amakuni Kura Minamoto Toshiyama","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis remarkable katana, originating from the Edo period, bears the distinguished signature of \u003cstrong\u003eAmakuni Kura Minamoto Toshiyama\u003c\/strong\u003e, a testament to its historic value and exceptional craftsmanship. The blade’s provenance can be traced to the Musashi Province, further solidifying its esteemed lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Edo period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Musashi Province\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSigned by:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAmakuni Kura Minamoto Toshiyama\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length :\u003c\/strong\u003e 69.8 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth at the Base :\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness at the Base :\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth at the Tip :\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness at the Tip :\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 785 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMountings Weight (without Scabbard):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1085 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBlade Features:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis katana is expertly forged in the shinogi-zukuri style, featuring a medium curvature (chu-zori) that harmonizes the blade’s form and functionality. The blade has a small tip (ko-kissaki) with a distinctive single plate (ichimai), enhancing precision during use. The steel surface (jigane) showcases a refined small wood grain pattern (ko-itame) with subtle utsuri (shadowy patterns), indicating the skill of the smith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHamon:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hamon is toranba with prominent bright nie, creating a shimmering effect along the blade’s edge, further highlighting its aesthetic and functional excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMountings (Koshirae):\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe koshirae features luxurious fittings that elevate the katana's presentation. The fuchi and kashira (collar and pommel) are crafted from \u003cstrong\u003eshakudo\u003c\/strong\u003e, an alloy of copper and gold, adorned with intricate nanakoji. The menuki (ornamental grip inlays) are shakudo with exquisite gold accents. The iron tsuba is round-shaped and displays elegant pine tree openwork (matsu-sukashi), symbolizing longevity and strength. The saya (scabbard) is lacquered in deep red with a stylish band wrapping (sanbun-dan-maki), complementing the overall design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tokyo Nihonto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43199496814675,"sku":"66c743ab9e21b","price":3750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/8092\/6035\/files\/P1033534-Avecaccentuation-NR-1_fbdfacd4-b62f-429f-9fe7-4b1edabbda5a.jpg?v=1762246478","url":"https:\/\/hundredswords.store\/products\/katana-signed-amakuni-kura-minamoto-toshiyama","provider":"hundredswords","version":"1.0","type":"link"}