Ceremony Nihonto?

[Misconstrued]

I've heard about Nihonto being used for ceremonies, such as a tanto-like knife for cutting flowers, I've heard about Nihonto being used for tea ceremonies. I appreciate any possible links to websites or any information on this topic! 

[Matsunoki]

Have a look at this link - on this forum. You could search for Bokuto or Chato.

 

[Matsunoki]

I should have added that real swords or daggers were not permitted in the tea ceremony so these “Bokuto” took their place. Also, for flower arranging versions search for Ikebana knife. 
That will head you in the right direction.

Both are a separate collecting field in their own right and some can be spectacular quality. Some also look exactly like the real thing….but they are rare.

happy hunting 

best. Colin

[Brian]

Few examples: http://www.japaneseswordindex.com/unji.htm

[DoTanuki yokai]

Saw this awesome gardening knife a few days ago. I think that shows that some people ordered high quality works for all different tasks. Maybe I just want to share this awesome piece 

https://www.shoubudou.co.jp/products/detail.php?product_id=216