Kaeichi

That would be a fun outcome nonetheless. A part of history under that line of thought.

And just looking for friendly discussion. Have had this piece for years and overall authenticity isn't really an issue since just a piece I do not aspire to sell. So welcome to discuss without qualms about origin. If was authentic or an island sword, just interested in views on it. Was given to me 30 some years ago so not like I'm out any cash either way and still fun item to hang from wall

I'd be happy to take more pics. I'll see about doing that tomorrow. Was planning on cleaning it up some more tomorrow so would be perfect time to take additional pics

Thanks for the translation. Fun piece either way. I do appreciate the information 🙂

Mainly curious what it says, fake or not. Was given to me around 30 years ago and always wondered what it had written. Definitely not easy to translate myself. But fun finding out what says. It'll probably hang from my wall for another 30 years no matter. I do thank you for helping. The second Kanji does look close but missing strokes. The others certainly are pretty close. Interesting to see what others think on possible translation.

Hi, looking for help translating a signature on a katana. Any assistance would be appreciated.