Akinari Posted April 6 Report Posted April 6 I am listing my Juyo Token blade for sale with the consent of my instructor, Tatsuhiko Konno-sensei. This is a fine example of a Taima blade (mumei) dating from the late Kamakura period. This blade was awarded Juyo Token at the 67th NBTHK evaluation. The blade comes with a shirasaya, oshigata, and a double-layer, gold-plated habaki. Type (Tachi, Katana, Wakizashi, Tanto, Naginata, Other) : Katana Ubu, Suriage or O-Suriage : Suriage Mei : (Mumei, Signature) : Mumei Papered or not and by whom? : Juyo Token, 67th NBTHK Era/Age : Late Kamakura Period Shirasaya, Koshirae or Bare Blade? : Shirasaya Weight: 610 g Nagasa/Blade Length : 61.9 cm Sori : 1.3 cm Mekugi-ana: 3 Width at base: 3.0 cm Width at tip: 2.2 cm Thickness: 0.6 cm Hamon Type : Suguha Jihada : Mokume-hada Other Hataraki Visible : Nioi-guchi Flaws : N/A Other Info and Full Description : The blade was judged as belonging to the Taima school. The Taima school is one of the 5 Yamato schools, along with Hosho, Senjuin, Shikkake, and Tegai. Yamato den swords are quite uncommon, and those of the Taima are especially uncommon. Despite (or perhaps partially due to) their rarity, Taima blades often trickle up to Juyo status. This blade has a large suriage, but the fundamental characteristics of the blade are clear to see. Namely, the polish brings out the fantastic Taima school mokume hada - on a personal note, I have studied many blades under my instructor, and have never seen one with such beautiful and apparent hada as this. The hamon of the blade is of course suguha, but has a deep nioi-guchi. I like to think of suguha hamon as a ZNKR seitei kata - though standard in outward appearance between many blades, the execution truly distinguishes masters. I hope this blade may become a fine part of your collection. Sword Location : Seattle, WA Will ship to : US (need to research for overseas, my first time!) Payment Methods Accepted : Bank Wire (open to discussion) Price and Currency : $22,000 USD This is a price I will have to consult with my instructor on, but am open to discussion. Unfortunately, given the current political climate in the US, there may be a hefty surcharge on any blades coming in the future. 3 Quote
georges Posted April 6 Report Posted April 6 There is a template that sellers are strongly encouraged to follow so as to not leave out important information, such as price. Please find it here: https://www.militaria.co.za/nmb/topic/43260-sword-sale-template-sellers-please-note/ 1 Quote
Akinari Posted April 6 Author Report Posted April 6 Thanks for the feedback, Georges. The post has been updated. Also, here is the Juyo Certificate and other associated documentation. Quote
Akinari Posted April 9 Author Report Posted April 9 Lowering the price to $19,500. I will post more photos shortly - wasn't aware the file limit was rather small when I originally posted. Quote
sabiji Posted April 10 Report Posted April 10 Beautiful blade! For me, Taima is the most beautiful representative of the Yamato-Den. Also note the typical Taima hada in the boshi! 1 Quote
Akinari Posted April 12 Author Report Posted April 12 If anyone is interested, another colleague of mine and I are willing to jointly offer a this plus a 72cm Taima tachi for $38,000. Koshirae can also be made upon request, but will require further discussion. Reference Photos: Link Quote
RichardY Posted May 8 Report Posted May 8 Please PM me if the price is negotiable and if you're willing to ship to LA Quote
Marauder Posted Sunday at 01:49 AM Report Posted Sunday at 01:49 AM On 4/6/2025 at 12:34 AM, Akinari said: I am listing my Juyo Token blade for sale with the consent of my instructor, Tatsuhiko Konno-sensei. This is a fine example of a Taima blade (mumei) dating from the late Kamakura period. This blade was awarded Juyo Token at the 67th NBTHK evaluation. The blade comes with a shirasaya, oshigata, and a double-layer, gold-plated habaki. Type (Tachi, Katana, Wakizashi, Tanto, Naginata, Other) : Katana Ubu, Suriage or O-Suriage : Suriage Mei : (Mumei, Signature) : Mumei Papered or not and by whom? : Juyo Token, 67th NBTHK Era/Age : Late Kamakura Period Shirasaya, Koshirae or Bare Blade? : Shirasaya Weight: 610 g Nagasa/Blade Length : 61.9 cm Sori : 1.3 cm Mekugi-ana: 3 Width at base: 3.0 cm Width at tip: 2.2 cm Thickness: 0.6 cm Hamon Type : Suguha Jihada : Mokume-hada Other Hataraki Visible : Nioi-guchi Flaws : N/A Other Info and Full Description : The blade was judged as belonging to the Taima school. The Taima school is one of the 5 Yamato schools, along with Hosho, Senjuin, Shikkake, and Tegai. Yamato den swords are quite uncommon, and those of the Taima are especially uncommon. Despite (or perhaps partially due to) their rarity, Taima blades often trickle up to Juyo status. This blade has a large suriage, but the fundamental characteristics of the blade are clear to see. Namely, the polish brings out the fantastic Taima school mokume hada - on a personal note, I have studied many blades under my instructor, and have never seen one with such beautiful and apparent hada as this. The hamon of the blade is of course suguha, but has a deep nioi-guchi. I like to think of suguha hamon as a ZNKR seitei kata - though standard in outward appearance between many blades, the execution truly distinguishes masters. I hope this blade may become a fine part of your collection. Sword Location : Seattle, WA Will ship to : US (need to research for overseas, my first time!) Payment Methods Accepted : Bank Wire (open to discussion) Price and Currency : $22,000 USD This is a price I will have to consult with my instructor on, but am open to discussion. Unfortunately, given the current political climate in the US, there may be a hefty surcharge on any blades coming in the future. Quote
Marauder Posted Sunday at 01:50 AM Report Posted Sunday at 01:50 AM Are these TAIMA blades still for sale? Greetings all. Nice blades btw. Mark Quote
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