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Very beautiful Japanese sword Katana by Nankai Taro Masataka Takahashi in 1972 NBTHK Tokubetsu paper Nagasa 78.8 cm 

€ 7.750,00

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Exceptional Katana by Nankai Taro Masataka Takahashi Sadatsugu  NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon  Showa Period (1972) This outstanding katana was forged by Nankai Taro Masataka (real name: Morioka Toshio, 1918), a distinguished swordsmith of the Takahashi Sadatsugu School. Trained under the legendary Takahashi Teitagu  designated a Living National Treasure  Masataka carried forward an unbroken lineage of master swordsmiths, being the great-grandson of Nankai Taro Asato. Certified by the NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon, this blade meets the highest standards of authenticity, quality, and preservation, marking it as a work of both technical and artistic excellence. Specifications
  • Era: Showa period (1972)
  • Origin: Chiba Prefecture, Japan
  • Blade Length: Nagasa 78.8 cm 
  • Curvature (Sori): 2.4 cm
  • Width at Hamachi: 3.3 cm
  • Thickness (Kasane): 7 mm
  • Width at Kissaki: 2.5 cm
  • Thickness at Kissaki: 5.5 mm
  • Mekugi-ana: Single hole, traditional tsuka construction
Forged with the meticulous skill inherited from centuries of Japanese sword-making tradition, this katana embodies the perfect union of form and function. The 2.4 cm sori provides optimal cutting dynamics, while the proportions of width and thickness ensure exceptional balance, strength, and handling. Masataka’s mastery  honed under Takahashi Teitagu  is evident in the flawless steelwork, elegant sugata (shape), and impeccable attention to detail. Though made in 1972, the sword follows the time-honored techniques of the koto and shinto eras, preserving the spirit of the samurai in modern times. As both a martial weapon and a cultural artifact, this katana stands as a testament to the enduring artistry of Japan’s sword-making heritage. For the collector, historian, or practitioner, it offers an opportunity to own a blade that bridges centuries of tradition with the precision of modern craftsmanship.

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