Introduction of a Wakizashi from Wakedo Inscription: Inoue Shinkai (Kikumon) Kanbun 13th year, August Sign: Inoue Shinkai (kikumon) Kanbun 13 nen 8 gatsuhi Certification: Special Preservation Sword by the Nihon Token Hozon Kyokai Certif [N.B.T.H.K] Tokubetsu Hozon Touken Dimensions: Length 1 shaku 5 sun 5 bu (47 cm), Curvature 1.2 cm, Mekugi hole 1, Width at the base 30.3 mm, Width at the tip 21.5 mm, Weight at the base 6.5 mm Size: Blade length 46 cm, Curvature 0.8 cm, Mekugi 1 Hole Country: Settsu Province Country: Settu Period: Mid Edo, Kanbun 13th year Period: Mid of Edo AD 1673 Shape: Shinogi-zukuri, an elevated ridge, with a slight curvature, showing a difference in width between the base and the tip. Forging: Well-packed itame-hada, slightly standing grain, with a thin layer of ji-nuri. Hamon: A wave-like straight edge with mixed gunome, featuring tobiyaki and a bright, deep nioi. Boshi: Beautifully rounded Carving: The front features a lotus pedestal and the back has a dokko sword Tsuba: Unpolished, with a raised point and a decorative file finish. Shirasaya: Yes Explanation During the Shin-to period, Inoue Shinkai was recognized as one of the top swordsmiths alongside Tsuda Echizen-no-kami Sukehira, receiving the highest accolades for new swords. The second generation Kunisada, Inoue Shinkai was the second son of the first Izumi no Kami Kunisada. Initially, he was named Izumi no Kami Kunisada like his father, and after being granted permission to use the kikumon by the court in the 4th year of Manji, he began to call himself Inoue Izumi no Kami Kunisada. Later, in the 12th year of Kanbun, he changed his name to Inoue Shinkai. Shinkai was a superior craftsman compared to his father, producing waves of nioi and displaying remarkable vitality and clarity, earning him a high reputation alongside other top swordsmiths of the new sword era, such as Tsuda Echizen-no-kami Sukehira and Nagasone Kotetsu, eventually being referred to as Osaka Masamune. This piece is a wakizashi inscribed by Shinkai in the 13th year of Kanbun, recognized as a top-quality work from the new sword era and celebrated as one of the best.

Introduction of Japanese Swords from Wakedo Inscription: Made by Akitsugu Amata (Living National Treasure) Heisei 15, Yayoi Kichijitsu Sign: Akitsugu Amata korewo tsukuru (living national treasure) Heisei 15 (AD 2003) Yayoi (March) Kichijitsu Box: With original box Dimensions: Blade length 2 shaku 4 sun 5 bu (74.5 cm), curvature 2.4 cm, mekugi hole 1 Width at the base: 32.5 mm, width at the tip: 24 mm, thickness at the base: 8 mm Size: Blade length 74.5 cm, curvature 2.4 mm, mekugi 1 hole Country: Echigo Province Period: Heisei 15 Shape: Shinogi-zukuri, an-tō, body width, thickness balance, curvature, middle cut tip, resembling a tachi from the Kamakura period Forging: Well-packed ko-itame, with chikei, and ji-nuki Hamon: Gunome-chōji midare, with ashi, some areas have tobiyaki, with bright nioi and clear nioiguchi Boshi: Midare-komi, rounded tip Nakago: Raw, kurijiri, with file marks at an angle Shirasaya: Yes Explanation Born in 1927 as the eldest son of the late Teikichi Amada in Honda Village, Niigata Prefecture. Entered the Japanese sword forging apprenticeship of Hikozaburo Kurihara in 1940. Approved for sword making in 1954. Received the Masamune Award (Yamashiro style) at the New Sword Exhibition in 1977. Designated as an intangible cultural asset of Niigata Prefecture and Toyoura Town in 1978. Received the Masamune Award (Sōshū style) for the second time at the New Sword Exhibition in 1985. Elected as the chairman of the All Japan Swordsmith Association in 1990. Received the Masamune Award (Bizen style) for the third time at the New Sword Exhibition in 1996. Designated as a holder of Important Intangible Cultural Properties (Living National Treasure) in 1997. Awarded the title of "Honorary Citizen of Toyoura Town." Received the Order of the Rising Sun, Fourth Class, in 2003. Became an honorary citizen of Niigata Prefecture, Shibata City in July 2003. Passed away on June 26, 2013. Akitsugu Amata's real name is Seichi Amata. He was recognized as a holder of Important Intangible Cultural Properties (Living National Treasure) in 1997. He is a contemporary swordsmith representing Niigata. Born in 1927 as the eldest son of Teikichi Amata in Honda Village, Niigata Prefecture, he moved to Tokyo in 1940 to study under Hikozaburo Kurihara. He then achieved notable results in various sword-making competitions and became a non-examined swordsmith in 1972. Designated as an Important Intangible Cultural Property (Living National Treasure) in 1997, he received numerous awards and honors until his passing in 2013. Akitsugu Amata is also known for selecting sand iron and creating his own steel for the blade. He mastered styles such as Bizen and Sōshū and left behind many famous swords. This work is a fine example of Akitsugu Amata's Bizen style, replicating the majestic tachi of the Kamakura period. The steel is well-packed with itame, and the hamon features gunome with chōji mixed in, with bright nioi and a clear nioiguchi, resulting in an excellent piece. It comes with an original box.

Notice of Exhibition from Wakeido Tochio Art Museum, Nagaoka City Special Project "Swords Born in the Turbulent Period of Japanese Swords" – A Comparison of Swords from the Late Muromachi Period and the End of the Edo Period – Cooperation: Nihon Bijutsu Token Hozon Kyokai Nagaoka Shibu When considering the history of Japanese swords, it is closely related to Japan's long history, and it is impossible to discuss Japanese swords without understanding this historical background. It is well known that there were significant conflicts during transitional periods throughout the more than 1,000 years since the mid-Heian period when Japanese swords were established. Therefore, upon examining the subsequent Japanese swords, one can notice that they have undergone various changes, including their appearance and form. In other words, it can be said that Japanese swords, which were tools of war, had to respond sensitively to the times and methods of combat. In this exhibition, we will showcase Japanese swords from the beginning of the Sengoku period during the late Muromachi period, which is said to have lasted the longest in history, alongside those from the late Edo period around the Boshin War, which continues to influence and be remembered in modern Japanese history. We hope you will reflect on the changes and commonalities in their shapes, colors, and hamon patterns, as well as the spirit of the Japanese artisans of that time. We warmly invite everyone to come and visit. <Address> 1-13 Uenoharamachi, Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture 940-0237 <Phone Number> 0258-53-6300 <Dates> April 22nd – June 21st <Opening Hours> 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Tickets available until 4:30 PM) <Closed in April> 27th (Monday), 28th (Tuesday) <Closed in May> 7th (Thursday), 8th (Friday), 11th (Monday), 12th (Tuesday), 18th (Monday), 19th (Tuesday), 25th (Monday), 26th (Tuesday) <Closed in June> 1st (Monday), 2nd (Tuesday), 8th (Monday), 9th (Tuesday), 15th (Monday), 16th (Tuesday) https://www.lib.city.nagaoka.niigata.jp/tochibi...

Introduction of Fuchikashira from Wakeido Title: Sakana zukushi zu Fuchikashira Signature: Katsura Sorin (kao) Certification: [N.B.T.H.K.] Tokubetsu Hozon Tousougu Dimensions: Fuchikashira: Height 38.8mm, Width 22.6mm, Thickness 13mm Head: Height 35mm, Width 17mm Period: Late Edo Period School: Katsura school Explanation Toshimasa Egawa was born in Mito in the third year of the Ansei era. He studied under Eisei Yokotani and became an adopted son of Katsura Eiju. He succeeded the Katsura family's duties and became the official metalworker for the Kurume Domain Arima family, taking the name Katsura Sorin. He excelled in high-relief color painting on red-copper fish skin, carving lions, tigers, horses, fish, and figures. This work also features his trademark high-relief color painting on red-copper fish skin, beautifully depicting lobsters and flatfish.

Introduction of Tsuba from Wakeido Title: Takanoha Mon Chirashi Zu Tsuba Signature: Koyama Motohiro made this, Touryusai Kiyotoshi carved it Bunsei 13th year, Oborotsuki, requested by Arakawa Kougyo Certification: [N.B.T.H.K.] Tokubetsu Hozon Tousougu Size: Length 86.5mm Width 83mm Thickness 4.5mm Period: AD 1830 School: Touryusai school Description This is a tsuba crafted by Koyama Motohiro, the official swordsmith of the Nihonmatsu Domain, with engraving done by Touryusai Kiyotoshi. Koyama Motohiro was the finest swordsmith of the Nihonmatsu Domain, having trained under Kunisada in Sendai and further honing his skills in Edo under Suishinshi Masahide. The Touryusai school traces its origins to Kiyotoshi Tanaka, who was born in Aizu in the first year of the Bunka era and is said to have trained in the Aizu Shōami school during his youth. He honed his skills under Kōno Shunmei when the latter visited Tōhoku, completing a clever style known as the Touryusai school that became popular during the late Edo period. This tsuba is a collaboration between a swordsmith and a metalworker, making it a rare piece.

Introduction of the Tsuba from Wakeido Title: Kamewari Onkou Tsuba Signature: Gagetsusai Hamano Naochika (Seal) Certification: [N.B.T.H.K.] Tokubetsu Hozon Tousougu Size: Length 72.5mm, Width 68.5mm, Thickness 4mm Period: Late Edo period, around Bunka and Bunsei School: Hamano school Explanation The Hamano school is a prestigious lineage founded by Masazumi, producing notable artisans such as Kizuzui, Naochika, Horie Kousei, and Iwama Masaru. Naochika, known as Seibei, studied under Kizuzui to hone his skills, leaving behind collaborative works with his master. He resided in Kofu, Kai. This work features high relief carving and inlaid color painting on a quarter-inch surface, depicting the scene of Kamewari Onkou. Kamewari Onkou refers to the story of Sima Guang, a politician from the Northern Song dynasty in China, who cleverly saved a friend who had fallen into a water jar during childhood. This tale teaches that a person's life is more precious than a valuable jar, symbolizing the importance of life in temple carvings and festival floats. It is also known as "Sima Onkou's Jar Breaking" or "Breaking the Jar to Save a Child." https://wakeidou.com/pages/705/...

Introduction of Kozuka from Wakedō Title: Akikusamushi zu Kozuka Signature: Made by Nakagawa Isshō Certification: N.B.T.H.K. Hozon Tousougu Dimensions: Length 97.5mm, Width 14.5mm Period: Last of Edo School: Goto Ichijō school Description Nakagawa Isshō is a distinguished craftsman from the Goto Ichijō school. He was initially called Naojirō and later Gohei, born as the second son of Nakagawa Katsusuke in 1829 in Tsuyama, Mimasaka. The Nakagawa family has served the Matsudaira clan of Tsuyama for generations and he first studied under his father, taking the name Katsumi and becoming a clan craftsman. Later, on command, he went to Kyoto and became a disciple of Goto Ichijō. In 1851, he went to Edo with his master and was permitted to take the name Ikki in 1857. After Ichijō returned to Kyoto in 1862, he remained in Edo, serving the Tsuyama clan there, and changed his name to Isshō around this time. His work is similar to that of his master Ichijō. This piece is also of excellent quality, resembling Ichijō's work, and the short verse on the back is a poem by Ichijō.

Introduction of Menuki from Wakeido Title: Nihiki Shirauo zu Menuki Signature: Kibatamei Masa Kage Certification: [N.B.T.H.K.] Hozon Tousougu Dimensions: Left: Height 52mm, Width 14mm Right: Height 51.5mm, Width 14mm Period: Last of Edo School: Toryusai School Explanation The Toryusai School was founded by Tanaka Kiyotoshi, who was born in the first year of the Bunka era and is known to have been related to Haruaki Hōgen. The Toryusai style, characterized by its cleverness, was completed by Kiyotoshi, who trained many disciples, including Jurō, Jumatsu, and Masakage. Masakage was one of them, known for his high skill, and this Menuki is finely crafted with great attention to detail.

Introducing Kozuka from Wakedo Title: Mouko zu Kozuka Signature: Katsuryuken (Iwama Masayoshi) Certification: [N.B.T.H.K.] Hozon Tousougu Size: Length 97.5mm, Width 15mm Period: Late of Edo (AD1764 to 1837) School: Iwama school Description Iwami Masayoshi is the founder of the Iwama school. He was a disciple of Hamano Naosuke and was allowed to use the character 'Nao' at the age of twenty, taking the name Naoyasu. After training at the main house, he signed as Katsuryuken Masayoshi, and in his later years, he adopted the name Juboku in pursuit of the ideal techniques of Riju and Mizume Masazui. He excelled in high carving in the Seizui style, and his skills were praised as exceptional. This work is a kozuka depicting a fierce tiger, notable for its interesting composition. The tiger looks up at the sky with a vivid expression, and the high relief technique used in the background creates a three-dimensional representation of the fierce tiger, which is impressive.

Introduction of the Fuchikashira from Wakeido Title: Botan shishi zu Fuchikashira Signature: Hidenaga (kao) Certification: [N.B.T.H.K.] Hozon Tousougu Dimensions: Fuchi - Height 38mm, Width 22.5mm, Thickness 13.4mm Head - Height 33.8mm, Width 13mm Period: Middle Edo Period School: Oomori School Description The Oomori School is a prestigious lineage alongside the Ishiguro-ha and Yanagawa-ha within the Okutani School, founded by Hidehisa, who trained under Yokoya Somin, and flourished under the second generation, Hidenaga. Hidehisa Omori, the eldest son of Hidehisa, initially took the name Hanjitsu and later assumed the name Shirobe. After passing away earlier than his father, the family estate was inherited by his younger brother, Fusami. Consequently, the number of his works is limited. This piece showcases the high skill of the Oomori School, featuring a high relief color painting of a peony lion on a red-copper fish scale ground in the Yokoya style.

Introduction of Kozuka from Wakeido Title: Plum Tree and Small Bird Design Kozuka Signature: Okina Toshiyoshi sei Certification: N.B.T.H.K. Hozon Tousougu Size: Length 97.5mm Width 14.5mm Period: Last of Edo School: Tōryūsai school Description The Tōryūsai school traces its origins to Tanaka Kiyotoshi. Kiyotoshi was born in Aizu in the first year of the Bunka era and is said to have trained under the Aizu Masamune school in his youth. He honed his skills under the guidance of Kōno Shunmei Hōgen during his visit to the Tōhoku region, completing a clever style known as the Tōryūsai school. Many skilled disciples followed, including Toshiyoshi, who trained numerous students. Toshiyoshi was Kiyotoshi's foremost disciple and a refined successor of the Tōryūsai school. With high-level techniques, he popularized the Tōryūsai style during the late Edo period. This piece features a small bird and plum blossoms in a four-part design, with the trunk and branches of the plum tree having thick areas in high relief while becoming flat towards the end to create a sense of three-dimensionality. It embodies the essence of Tōryūsai and is quite charming.

This is an introduction to the fuchikashira from Wakedo. Title: Bairyu Taketora zu Fuchikashira Signature: Yanagawa Naomasa (kao) Certification: [N.B.T.H.K.] Hozon Tousougu Dimensions: Fuchikashira - Height 38.4mm, Width 22.2mm, Thickness 12mm Head - Height 35mm, Width 16.3mm Period: Middle Edo Period, AD 1692 - AD 1757 School: Yanagawa School Description The Yanagawa School, founded by Naomasa, is a prestigious school of town carving with disciples such as Naomitsu and Naoharu. Naomasa was born in the fifth year of Genroku as the son of Masatsugu, with the childhood name Heijiro, later changed to Sanzaemon. He entered the school of Yoshioka Inabanosuke during his youth and later learned under Yokoya Somin at his father's instruction. He passed away at the age of sixty-six in the seventh year of Hōreki. The Yanagawa School is known for its high-relief color painting on red-copper fish skin, and works signed by Naomasa can be seen as imitations of Somin's style. This work, Bairyu Taketora zu, also features Yokoya-style dragons and tigers delicately applied to the red-copper fish skin, showcasing Naomasa's exceptional skill.

Introducing a Tsuba from Wakeido Title Fujikoshi Ryu-zu Tsuba Signature Shohakudo Sunagawa Masayoshi (kao) Certification The Society for the Preservation of Japanese Art Swords (N.B.T.H.K.) Tokubetsu Hozon Tousogu Dimensions Vertical 78 mm Horizontal 73.4 mm Seppa-dai thickness 4 mm Period Late Edo period School Sunagawa school Description He was the third head of the Sunagawa family and used the art-name Shohakudo. He specialized in plant motifs such as chrysanthemums, orchids, and pines, as well as dragon designs. This work skillfully depicts a dragon crossing Fuji in sukidashi carving, showing high technical ability. The iron has a pleasing texture, and the workmanship is excellent.

Introduction to a Tsuba from Wakeido Title Kasane kine sukashi Tsuba Signature Unidentified (Mumei) Kanayama Certification [N.B.T.H.K.] Tokubetsu Hozon Tousougu Size Length 70mm Width 70mm Thickness 4.5mm Period Momoyama period School Kanayama Description The accepted view is that Kanayama tsuba were made around Owari, though some suggest production spanned from Mino into Owari. Their history goes back as far as the mid-Muromachi period, with a heyday during the Sengoku era. The style is somewhat small; the iron ground takes on a pleasing dark tone. The rim sometimes shows pronounced iron ridges and sometimes more gentle ones. Robust and full of character, they have a devoted following. This piece displays fine iron character and attractive rim ridging, making it an excellent example that fully conveys the charm of Kanayama tsuba.

Sword Exhibition and Sale Notice Katanaza 2026 by Touza will take place today and tomorrow at Osaka Castle Hall and Shiromi Hall. The weather is fine today, so please come enjoy a pleasant weekend. We look forward to your visit. Venue: Osaka Castle Hall and Shiromi Hall Address: 3-1 Osaka Castle, Chuoku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture 540-0002 Dates: Saturday, March 28, 2026 and Sunday, March 29, 2026 Hours: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM Admission: 1,000 yen on the day of the event

Sword Exhibition and Sales Notice katanaza2026 One of western japan’s largest exhibitions and sales events for art swords and sword fittings will take place at Shiromi Hall in Osaka-jo Hall. Sword dealers from across the country will gather, displaying renowned swords and masterpieces. ■ All swords and related items displayed and sold at the venue come with official registration certificates, so anyone may purchase them. Buyers should bring photo ID (driver’s license, health insurance card, etc.). (Sales to minors are not permitted.) Wakeido will also have a booth. Please come by in this glorious spring season when the cherry blossoms are beautiful. Venue: Osaka-jo Hall, Shiromi Hall Address: 3-1 Osaka-jo, Chuoku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture 540-0002 Dates: Saturday, March 28, 2026 and Sunday, March 29, 2026 (two days) Hours: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM Admission: On the day: 1,000 yen Advance at Lawson: 900 yen (L code 55755) https://katanaza.jp//

From Wakeido, a product introduction. This is a sword attributed to Narie of Bizen from the Nanbokucho period(AD1350). Sword Mumei（unsigned） Nariie Certif [N.B.T.H.K] Jyuyo Touken Measurements Length 71.4 cm Sori (curvature) 15 mm Mekugi-ana (peg hole) 1 MOTO-HABA (base width) 32.5 mm SAKI-HABA (tip width) 25 mm MOTO-KASANE (base thickness) 7 mm Province Bizen(Okayama) Period Nanbokucho period Shape Shinogi-zukuri, iorimune, wide mihaba with little difference between base and tip width, slightly thick kasane, shallow overall sori with a belly curve, large kissaki Hada (forging) Itame with mokume and nagare textures mixed, somewhat prominent hada, ji-nie well attached in places, frequent chikei lines, faint utsuri appearing Hamon (temper) Generally low tempered line, small tare mixed with gunome, a few sharp-pointed teeth-like elements, komasaari (small foot) present, nioigachi (prefers nioi), kansuji present, occasional niokuchi depression Boshi (tip temper) Midare-komi with kansuji, on the omote the point is swept and looks yakitsume-like, on the ura it turns back shortly with a small round tip Carving Bo-hi drilled through on both sides Nakago (tang) O-suriage (shortened), saki-kiri, yasurime kiri Commentary Nariie of the Osafune school in Bizen Province is said by one account to be a descendant of Keishu (Mitsutada’s younger brother) and was active in the late Nanbokucho period as one of the smiths classified among those with kosori school. However, mei-kanki records list somewhat earlier years such as Bunwa through Koan, and based on style and mei characters a connection with Kanemitsu is also possible, requiring further study. His skill is comparable to Masamitsu of the Kanemitsu group from the same era. This sword displays the Nanbokucho-era style with a wide mihaba and large kissaki. The jigane shows itame forging with somewhat prominent hada and frequent chikei, producing irregular areas of changed iron that appear thick in places. The hamon is low notare and mixed gunome, demonstrating the distinctive features of Nariie belonging to the Kosori school type. Above all, its heavy, majestic presence and the varied, striking forging make this an outstanding piece.

Introducing the Beauty of Japanese Swords: The Exhibition of Famous Swords from the Five Traditions The Exhibition of Famous Swords from the Five Traditions, Phase 1: Yamashiro-den and Yamato-den is taking place at the Honno-ji Temple Treasure Museum from Saturday, February 21, 2026 to Sunday, September 6, 2026. We warmly invite you to visit. The first phase highlights Yamashiro-den and Yamato-den, showcasing masterpieces from the Rai school as well as blades by Sanjo, Senjuin, Hoshō, Tegai, Shirigake and others. Exhibition list for "The Exhibition of Famous Swords from the Five Traditions" Yamashiro Tachi: Kunikuni Rai (special important sword) Tanto: Rai Kunimitsu Wakizashi: Kunizane Rai (important sword) Katana: Yoshinori (late Sanjo) Wakizashi: Dewa Daijo Fujiwara Kunimichi Yamato Katana: Shumei Norinaga (Shirigake; special important sword) Tanto: Yamato Province, Fujiwara Sadahiro (Hoshō; special important sword) Sword (ken): unsigned, Senjuin Katana: unsigned, Senjuin (important sword) Katana: Kaneharu (Tegai) Venue: Honno-ji Temple Treasure Museum Address: 522 Shimohonnojimae-cho, Teramachi-dori Oike-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture Dates: Saturday, February 21, 2026 to Sunday, September 6, 2026 Closed: during the New Year holidays and on days for exhibit changes Opening hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (last admission at 4:30 PM) Admission: Adults: 700 yen; Junior and senior high school students: 500 yen; Elementary school students: 300 yen School trip students: 300 yen; Persons with disabilities: 300 yen Honno-ji Hotel guests: 500 yen; Groups (30 or more adults): 600 yen #Documentary film #Documentary film The Beauty of Japanese Swords #Film The Beauty of Japanese Swords #Sword #The Beauty of Japanese Swords #Kanehisa #Honno-ji Temple Treasure Museum #Honno-ji Temple Treasure Museum #Kyoto #Nobunaga #Honno-ji Incident #hamon #hamon property#Japaneseswords #japansword #sword #katana #hamon https://x.com/nihontonobi...

Hello to everyone watching Cool Japan Videos. We are Wakeido, a specialty shop for buying and selling Japanese swords and traditional blades. We operate in Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture, buying, selling, and appraising nihonto (Japanese swords) and fittings. Founded over 70 years ago, we have built lasting relationships with many people through swords. In this first post, we would like to introduce who Wakeido is and what kinds of swords we handle. ■What is Wakeido? Wakeido is a sword specialist based in Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture, and we have provided many Japanese swords and sword fittings to customers. Our strength lies in offering authentic, NBTHK-certified items (appraisal papers issued by the Society for the Preservation of Japanese Art Swords). We have experienced sword appraisal specialists on staff who provide reliable transactions and accurate guidance based on expert judgment and trust. We strive to give first-time visitors a welcoming consultation experience, so please feel free to contact us. ■What is a Japanese sword? A Japanese sword is a traditional blade made using Japan’s unique forging techniques and is often seen as a symbol of samurai culture. Beyond being a weapon, its aesthetic form, functional excellence, and historical background have earned it high regard domestically and internationally as an art object and cultural asset. Japanese swords generally have the following characteristics. ・They use a special steel called tamahagane ・A beautiful hamon (temper line) appears on the blade ・Their structure and hardening techniques make them hard to break, resistant to bending, and very sharp ・Shapes and features vary by period and swordsmith, giving them strong appeal for collectors At Wakeido, we consider it our important mission to convey these attractions of Japanese swords with correct knowledge and to pass them on to the next generation. ■What kinds of swords and fittings does Wakeido handle? Wakeido deals in a variety of sword types, including tachi, katana, wakizashi, and tanto. We also offer many sword fittings such as tsuba (handguards), fuchigashira (collar and pommel), menuki (ornamental grip pieces), and kozuka (small utility knife handles). These items often have high value as art objects and are popular for decoration and collecting. ■What about Wakeido’s online sales? If you cannot visit the store, we invite you to use our online shop for purchases. We ship to sword enthusiasts worldwide, including the United States, Canada, Australia, Europe, and Asia. How to order: https://wakeidou.com/pages/117/... Our official website includes product photos and detailed descriptions, so you can shop with confidence from anywhere in the country. One of our goals is to act as a bridge that shares the appeal of Japanese swords with the world. ■How can you sell or have a sword appraised? We evaluate and buy unwanted swords, swords inherited through succession, or blades whose value is unknown by assessing their condition and whether an appraisal certificate is present to arrive at a fair valuation. Estimates are, of course, free. We offer several purchase methods: in-store purchase, home-visit purchase, and mail-in appraisal services. You can choose the option that suits your convenience, so please feel free to consult us first. ■Where is Wakeido? Access information Our shop is located at 1-chome Kashiwa-cho, Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture. It is about a 13-minute walk from the West Exit of Nagaoka Station, and parking is available. Business hours: 9:00–18:00 Closed: 1st and 3rd Sundays ■For Anything Related to Japanese Swords, Turn to Wakeido We at Wakeido want to connect with everyone who is interested in Japanese swords and fittings through bonds formed around swords. ・Those who want to try purchasing a Japanese sword ・Those who want to sell or have a sword appraised ・Those who want to expand their collection ・Those who want to experience a sword for the first time We welcome both domestic and international customers. We will help you enjoy the appeal of Japanese swords as a cultural asset and pass that appeal on to the future. Thank you for your continued support of Wakeido. https://wakeidou.com//

【Information on Iron Exhibition Hall Events】 Let's make a "handmade knife"! Gari is surprised that an unexpectedly authentic knife is made from five nails! There is also an afternoon session, so please come and visit us ♪ Date: Sunday, July 27 　　　Afternoon session: ▶ 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Location: Sakaki Town Iron Exhibition Hall Participation fee: 500 yen (admission fee not included) Capacity: First 30 people

【Information on Iron Exhibition Hall Events】 Summer Vacation Support Project!! Let's make a "handmade knife"! Date & Time: Sunday, July 27 (1) 10 a.m. – noon 　　　　　　　　　　 (2) 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Capacity: First 30 people for both (1) and (2) Participation fee: 500 yen (admission fee not included) Workshop to make your own Original knife using five-sun nails, Summer ♪ Vacation crafts, etc. 😚

"Noh Prayer and Japan Sword Culture◆The 5th Sakashiro Chikuma Yabu Noh Pre-Workshop" We will Held in a Workshop to enjoy the "5th Sakashiro Chikuma Yabu Noh Funa Benkei" scheduled to be Held in at the Sakaki Town Cultural Center on Saturday, August 23rd! It is a two-hour event filled with various things such as Japan swords and Noh, Buddhism and Noh, Kanze-ryu Noh play master Chitoshi Matsumoto's explanation of the highlights of "Funabenkei" and the experience of the work of the sword. Held in ∶ 7/20 (Sun) Place: Sakaki Town Iron Exhibition Hall Hours: 10 a.m. to noon Participation fee: 1,000 yen (including admission fee)

Iron Exhibition Hall Events Information ★ [Gallery session of swordsmith Yozo Ueyama and kenshi Soichiro Abe] This is a session by Teruhei Ueyama, a swordsmith who won the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Award and the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award in the sword category, and Soichiro Abe, who won the Japan Tourism Agency Commissioner's Award in the Grinding category! Date: Sunday, July 6 Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Participation fee∶ 500 yen (admission fee not included) Please come and visit us ♪

✨ The 15th New Japan Sword Exhibition is ✨ being held in Events Information for tomorrow 6/29 (Sun) ↓ "Beginners Welcome! Japanese Swords Course for Beginners" You can ♪ pick up and Appreciation a number of famous swords Hours: 10:30 a.m. to noon Participation fee∶ 500 yen (admission fee not included) * We do not accept advance applications, so please ♪ come by the time of the day

Right now, the [Sakaki Town Iron Exhibition Hall] is holding in a special exhibition "The 15th New Japan Sword Grinding Exterior Sword Craftsmanship Technology Exhibition" until August 31st! Today's Events ♪ ★ Gallery Talk Held in date: June 22 (Sun) *Last during the special exhibition period! Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Capacity: First 10 people Participation fee: Free ★ Sword care experience Held in date: June 22 (Sun) *Last during the special exhibition period! Time: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Cancelled during other Events) Participation fee: 500 yen (admission fee not included) 【Iron Exhibition Hall】 Address: 〒389-0601 Nagano Prefecture, Hanishina District, Sakaki Town, Sakajo 6313-2 TEL：0268-82-1128 Opening hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Admission until 4:30 p.m.) Closed: Every Monday (if Monday is closed, the next day, year-end and New Year holidays) Admission fee: 600 yen during the special exhibition period (June 7 to August 31), free for junior high school students and younger　 * Special discount! If you came to → Bara Festival, you will find this Iron Exhibition Hall discount ticket (valid until June 30th) in the pamphlet distributed on the day, so please bring it with you ♪

Events at today's Iron Exhibition Hall! ★ Gallery Talk 　Held in: Sunday, June 15 and Sunday, June 22 　Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 　Capacity: First 10 people 　Participation fee: Free ★ Let's disassemble the sword 　Held in: Sunday, June 15 　Time: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Cancelled during other Events) 　Capacity: First 10 people 　Subjects: Junior high school students and above 　Participation fee: 500 yen (admission fee not included) 【Iron Exhibition Hall】 Address: 〒389-0601 Nagano Prefecture, Hanishina District, Sakaki Town, Sakajo 6313-2 TEL：0268-82-1128 Opening hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Admission until 4:30 p.m.)　 Closed: Every Monday (if Monday is closed, the next day, year-end and New Year holidays) Admission fee: 600 yen during the special exhibition period (June 7 to August 31), free for junior high school students and younger

Right now, at the Sakaki Town Iron Exhibition Hall, "The 15th New Japan Sword Grinding Exterior Sword Craft Technology Exhibition" Held in! In Sakaki Town, also known as the town of swordsmiths, a new sword exhibition brings together the skills of craftsmen in the modern Japanese swords world. Many other Workshops and Events will be held in until Sunday, August 31st, such as the popular "Handmade Knife Making", "Japanese Swords Course", and "Sword Care Experience"! Please come and visit us ♪

Today, 800 years after the time of the samurai, Bushido is still the spiritual prop of the Japanese people and still influences the politeness and manners of the Japanese people. Some aspire to Bushido from childhood, learning calligraphy and tea ceremony as spiritual training to become a respectable adult like a samurai, and swordsmanship as training in the martial arts. In the past, a "respected person" was called a "samurai. Others in general are simply samurai. Those who have learned bushido from abroad and aspire to become "Samurai" will be wielding Samurai swords tonight. #katana #bushido #samuraiSword

The average life expectancy a samurai in the Warring States period is said to be about 42 years. The average life expectancy for men in Japan today is about 81.5 years, and 87.6 years for women. With only about half the time compared to today's life expectancy, these Samurai ran through an era when they did not know what tomorrow's life would bring... #katana #bushido #osakacastle #samuraiSword #samuraiarmor

Learning calligraphy is said to help children develop concentration, correct posture, etiquette and the ability to express themselves. It also helps children to learn to write beautifully, leading to increased confidence and ambition. - Benefits of learning calligraphy: Improved concentration➤ Writing requires attention to stroke order and balance, which can improve concentration. Correct posture➤ Calligraphy is done sitting on the floor, which helps to develop correct posture. Courtesy➤ Students can learn etiquette such as how to hold a brush, ink rubbing and paper handling. Improved self-expression skills➤ Allows students to express their feelings and thoughts through writing. Developing self-confidence➤ Being able to write well and achieving goals can boost your confidence and aspirations. Relaxation➤ Writing letters with a brush and ink in a quiet environment helps to relax and relieve stress. Preparation for primary school➤ It is also an opportunity to practise pencil holding and writing order before entering primary school. #Calligraphy #kanji #kimono #shodo