Worldwar2 imperial japanese shin-gunto military sword made in minatogawa shrine

Ww2 imperial Japanese military sword. One month is required to obtain an export license in Japan. This is the highest peak of military swords.

This sword embodies the noble idea of "Shichisei Houkokoku" (the Seven Lives and the Kingdom of the Seven Sages). Born in Yonago City, Tottori Prefecture. Selected and joined Yasukuni Forging Association in 1936. He is an honorary Yasukuni swordsmith who studied under the masters Yasunori Yasunori, Yasumitsu, and Yasunori Ken. He is the leading master craftsman who produced the Kikusui sword at the Minatogawa Shrine dedicated to Masanari Kusunoki in Kobe.

After the war, he became an advisor to the All Japan Sword Artisans Association. The Order of the Sacred Treasure, 4th class, Medal with Blue Ribbon.

Chrysanthemum water pattern, Masataka Minatogawa Shrine. It is made with silver habaki and an old tsubaki. The blade has been sharpened, but there is a small edge spill near the monochiuchi area and other small scratches. The blade is not sharp. International Buyers - Please Note.

Thank you for your understanding. This item is in the category "Collectibles\Militaria\WW II (1939-45)\Original Period Items\Japan\Other Japanese WWII Orig Items". The seller is "no_spe-94" and is located in this country: JP.

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Conflict: WW II (1939-45)
Theme: Militaria
Original/Reproduction: Original
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
Region of Origin: Japan
Modified Item: No