Introduction

[Ed]

I have been a member of the Nihonto Message Board since 2006. My love affair with Nihonto spans over 50 years. First time I saw a "Japanese sword" was around 1970 when I saw a couple that a friend’s father brought home from the war. My serious involvement and study of Nihonto began around 1990. The first Nihonto I owned was a gift from a friend. It was nothing special, a suriage Muromachi period blade mounted in a type 98 koshirae. I still have it.

 

In the late 80’s I met Col. Dean Hartley who lived nearby and meeting him became my introduction into the world of Nihonto. Dean was one of the foremost Nihonto scholars outside Japan at the time. Dr. T.C. Ford was another great mentor and student of Nihonto. I spent many weekends at his home studying Nihonto.

 

My website; Yakiba.com has been in operation since the year 2000. Around the time I started the website, I co-owned a small shop in Fukuoka Japan and imported many, many Nihonto. Since the passing of my partner, my focus centers mainly on consignments from clients and friends made over the last 30+ years. 
 
*Unfortunately, I have been plagued with website issues over the last year. Currently the site is being rebuilt from the ground up with a new designer and host. 
Once live I will link to it here.

 

Until then, I will list a few items here on the NMB. If there is something specific you are looking for, feel free to reach out to me as I have many Swords, Fittings and Koshirae. 

 

If you have Nihonto or Nihonto related items you wish to sell, contact me and I will be happy to discuss the consignment policy with you.

 

A quick note on consignments: Initial prices are set by the owner, who also have final say on the acceptance of the selling price. It is hard for most consignees to take a loss on items, and as market values change, it can be a difficult reality to accept. With that said, I am always willing to present a reasonable offer on the behalf of the buyer. If you feel a price exceeds your estimated worth, make a reasonable offer. I have seen both sides of this scenario, owners who will not budge and others accept an offer I was sure would be rejected.  The point being you never know without asking. 

*Please limit contact to email only*. 
Email addresses: yakiba.com@gmail.com or yakiba1@yahoo.com

 

You can find me on Facebook (FB) using the link below. I serve as an administrator for several groups on FB including Nihonto Group, Japanese Tsuba Collectors, International Nihonto Appreciation, and Samurai Sword.

 

Find me on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yakiba.nihonto.9
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yakiba.nihonto/

 

Forms of payment include PayPal, Zelle, Bank wire transfer, and cash. 

 

Knowing most of you, you know I have a reputation of honesty and integrity. I look forward to interacting with old friends as well as making new ones.

Ed Marshall
Yakiba.com
 

[Brian]

Welcome Ed, and glad to have you here. We wish you success.