Description

ITEM DESCRIPTION:

Comes with kimono or cotton bag. Comes with certificate of supein Nihonto. Comes with original prefecture certificate. Comes With NBTHK Tokobetsu Hozon.

KATANA BY AIZU OMI GENKŌ (1843)

NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Token – Complete Koshirae

2. NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon Translation

The NBTHK certifies this blade as Tokubetsu Hozon Token,
a rank granted to swords of exceptional preservation, authenticity and artistic value.

DETAILED PROFESSIONAL DESCRIPTION

Blade

Signed Aizu Omi Genkō, dated August 1843, this blade represents the refined craftsmanship of the Aizu domain. The inclusion of 臣 (“Omi”, meaning retainer/official of the domain) indicates formal affiliation, a characteristic signature pattern of Aizu smiths in late Edo.

Specs

• Nagasa: 69.3 cm

• Sori: 1.3 cm

• One mekugi-ana

• Excellent polish

Hamon

A beautifully controlled notare-midare, smooth and luminous, with a clear nioiguchi—an elegant example of Edo workmanship.

Hada

A well-defined itame mixed with mokume, enhanced by the current polish. Highly visible and aesthetically rich.

Kissaki

Medium-sized with a strong, healthy boshi.

Koshirae

Fuchi-Kashira

• Dragon motif in high relief

• Partially gilded

• Signed internally

• Superb metalwork typical of mid-to-late Edo craftsmanship

Menuki

• Horse motif, detailed, well mounted

Tsuka

• White samegawa

• Tight hineri-maki in dark brown

• Excellent condition

Tsuba

• Iron, textured

• Stable patina

Saya

• Exceptional tortoiseshell-style lacquer

• Deep reddish-brown with amber reflections

• High-status aesthetic

Shirasaya

Included, clean and well fitted.

Technical Sheet

This Tokubetsu Hozon katana by Aizu Omi Genkō (1843) stands out for its refined hamon, beautifully textured hada, and a full koshirae of remarkable elegance. The gilded dragon fittings, horse menuki, and the exceptional tortoiseshell-style saya elevate this sword into the realm of high-end collector pieces.

A highly attractive, historically valuable and visually striking ensemble.