Konnichiwa!

I have just returned from Japan, where I spent nine full days, most of which was sourcing top quality swords. Pushing through the jet lag was a veritable challenge at times and alas I succumbed once at an IKEA showroom in Tachikawa…

I have acquired some incredible pieces that we have the great pleasure to introduce to you in this catalogue. Every piece has a story, like our own respective life stories — that I am certain you will appreciate and cherish for generations.

I am particularly pleased to offer three fabulous tantô within this catalogue. The cover tantô is a rare gem from Jûyô Tôken smith Hasebe Kunihira, made 650 years ago.

Other magnificent works are from Nidai Tadatsuna, Shodai Tadakuni, Kashu Nobutomo, Ju Ni Gatsu Kiyomitsu, and one of the most spectacular katana I have ever laid eyes on — a Jûyô Tôken Nambokucho period piece from the Naoe Shizu school. Honestly, I can’t speak highly enough about this sword.

When I was in Japan we made YouTube clips of a few featured swords that I trust will shed more light on their sheer beauty. Please copy & paste the links in your browser.

May I extend massive congratulations to those who inquired and claimed all swords listed in our past Catalogue 18 and within this current catalogue! Your passion and interest fuels me on!!

Please contact me at service@uniquejapan.com to become informed on our latest acquisitions and your name will be added to our VIP emailing list. Thank you to all who have joined our list.

Swords are continuously being sourced, photographed and will be introduced on a regular basis. Please keep in contact and stand by for acquisition alerts!

Feel the history and feel your history. Promise to make the most of each day.

Warm regards,