Blades of Japan
Our selection of Antique and modern made (Gendaito) Samurai Blades direct from Japan.
Here we focus primarily on two areas - primarily a selection of partially and fully restored antiques and swords made after world war II by modern smiths (Gendaito). Most are entry level blades, though we do have the occasional treasure and some real 'diamonds in the rough'. Plus we also have a section featuring antique hand made sword fittings.
While the full history of each sword is largely unknown, whenever possible we include all relevant certification and if so desired, blades without NBTHK certification can be sent away for Shinsha examinations.
All prices based on the lowest mark-up possible - finally your chance to become the next custodian of Japanese history in steel..
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Unique Antique Edo period unsigned Wakizashi with red saya, Shakudo edge tsuba and ivy wrapped ito handle. Un-restored and original condition for immediate sale.
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING: Shipped Directly From Japan.
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A unique and very affordable WWII Type 3 Gunto made by WWII military swordmaker Tsutsui Kiyokane. Thick, beefy combat optimized blade style with minimalist fittings.
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING: Shipped Directly From Japan within 1-2 weeks.
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Genuine Antique Mid Edo Period Samurai Daisho Set. Both Swords with official certification - the Katana was made by one of the Togugawa Shoguns own smiths, the Wakizashi at the same time by a Seki-city based artisan with complete and original Koshirae (sword fittings). A rare opportunity to own a genuine matching Samurai Daisho set in almost complete and original condition.
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING: Shipped Directly From Japan and includes all certificates of authenticity. Cannot be sold separately.
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Genuine Antique 19th century Katana made and signed by the Smith Kato Kunihide. Original fittings partially restored - exceptional overall condition.
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING: Shipped Directly From Japan and includes all certificates of authenticity.
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Genuine Antique 19th century Katana with original leather braid ito made approx 1850 towards the turbulent end of the Edo period by Fujiwara Nagayoshi of Bishu-ju (Aichi prefecture). Unrestored and in original condition, it appears to be a practical training sword used in a dojo.
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING: Shipped Directly From Japan and includes all certificates of authenticity.
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Perfect to give it a new life mounted in an iaito blade!
Genuine Antique Japanese made partially restored Edo period Koshirae (sword fittings) assembled with Tsunagi (wooden blade). Excellent condition for its age - is a very proud and powerful theme that belonged to a wealthy and perhaps somewhat eccentric Samurai who was certainly not shy of the attention the fittings would bring him. Available now at a drastically reduced price.
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING: Shipped Directly From Japan.
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Genuine Antique 25pc mid Edo period hand made (not cast) copper menuki collection. Each pair is valued at $530.67 for a total value of $13,266.00 but you can get the entire lot for half price plus an authentic Edo period Urushi lacquered display box.
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING: Shipped Directly From Japan and includes all certificates of authenticity.
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Edo period tsuba, made from solid iron. Sized to fit a Wakizashi.
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING: Shipped Directly From Japan.
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Recently hand made from solid copper, hand carved Dragon themed tsuba set (2pcs) for Daisho (Katana and Wakizashi)
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING: Shipped Directly From Japan.
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Swords are made available to SBG and Blades of Japan by their owners on a consignment basis. Swords are shipped directly from Japan, please allow up to one month for processing of the internal paperwork to prepare your order for export.
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