AS25140 Yari: Kyushu Higo Dotanuki (NBTHK Hozon Token)

Yari: Shirasaya (NBTHK Hozon Token)

Signature(partially illegible): Kyushu Higo Dotanuki ▫︎▫︎▫︎▫︎ 九州肥後同田貫 八月日 (August)

We divide 4 sections for each sword as Saijyo Saku, Jyojyo Saku, Jyo Saku and Regular Saku.
This piece is ranked as Jyo Saku among works by Kyushu Higo Dotanuki.

Blade Length: 70.7 cm (27.83 in)
Curvature: None
Mekugi Hole: 2
Width at Base (Motohaba): 3.45 cm (1.36 in)
Thickness of rim (Kasane): 1.41 cm (0.56 in)
Sword Weight: 1260 grams
Era: late Muromachi period to the Edo period
Shape: stout long Yari.
Jigane: fine Ko-itame hada
Hamon: Nie base Gunome midare matching on both sides.

Features:　Higo Dotanuki is a group of swordsmiths from Kyushu known for producing robust and powerful blades. Although they are often characterized by noticeable flaws, this piece is relaticely in good condition. It measures 70.7 cm in length, with an exceptionally long nakago (tang), making it a rare piece.

NBTHK Hozon Token Certificate (To be issued soon)
Aoi Art estimation paper: Whole Oshigata

*Please note: The price does not include shipping fees.
Total length: 171 cm
EMS shipping is not avilable.