I am pretty sure it's Japanese, but that's all I know

[Garrett Petrie]

My Grandfather brought this back from Japan. One of two. Condition is pretty bad, unfortunately. I am just holding onto it for safekeeping. Not too sure what else to do with it.

[ChrisW]

Looks like a police issue saber.

[lonely panet]

could be a number of models. 

 

need more pics.  could be early navy shore patrol,  civil admin,  police, fire army etc

[Garrett Petrie]

@ChrisW

 

That's what my Father thought it might be, but was never certain.

 

Thanks

[Garrett Petrie]

@lonely panet

 

I'll see what I can do. 

 

Thanks for your time.

 

Have a great day.

[lonely panet]

end of saya,  backstrap or end of the tsuka tend to be the areas on emblems