Nicholas Fu

Hello! Thank you everyone for the kind words. I think it was a joke, but I'd like to take this oppurtunity to say that I consider John a good friend! and I look forward to working along side him in this field and hope that we can support each other! 👍👍 We don't have a physical store yet, but a viewing can be arranged, both in Japan and Australia. Prices are in Yen because the main business is in Japan and payments are typically to be made to the company account based in Japan, but we keep some of the inventory here in Australia and some in Japan. I look forward to working with you all!

Thank you!

Dear Nihonto Enthusiasts, I am incredibly fortunate and thrilled to share some exciting news with you all. After years of dedicated passion for Japanese swords and antiques, I have partnered with a licensed Japanese antique dealer in Japan to bring a curated selection of authentic nihonto and related artifacts directly to collectors worldwide. It is with great excitement that I introduce our new website: www.toukentakarado.com. Who We Are: Tōken Takaradō (刀剣宝堂) is the culmination of a shared dedication to preserving and sharing the cultural and historical significance of Japanese swords. Our team consists of knowledgeable professionals, both in Japan and internationally, who are committed to offering genuine pieces, clear provenance, and exceptional service to collectors of all levels. What We Offer: A selection of high-quality nihonto, including katanas, wakizashis, and tanto, each carefully sourced and authenticated. Various sword fittings (koshirae, tsuba, menuki, etc.) and related antiques that embody the artistry and craftsmanship of Japan’s rich history. Our goal is to create a reliable and approachable platform for collectors to access authentic items while fostering an appreciation for the art and history of Japanese swords. Whether you are a seasoned collector or new to the world of nihonto, we are here to guide and assist you. We invite you to explore our website, and we would be delighted to hear your thoughts and feedback. Thank you for your support as we embark on this exciting journey. Please feel free to reach out with any inquiries or questions—we’re always happy to connect with fellow enthusiasts. Warm regards, Nicholas Fu www.toukentakarado.com

Hello everyone, Currently in the market for a Houki no Kami Ason Taira Masayoshi Katana Preferably with his latest signature with the Houki no Kami title. Its probably a long shot but wondering if there is any out there P.S. I am aware of the ones currently available on Aoiart etc.

SOLD!!

Hello Nihonto Enjoyers Have another Katana for sale This time it is a very Large Katana - almost a Odachi The specifications are: Nagasa: 82.6cm Sori: 1.9cm Motohaba: 3.6cm Sakihaba: 2.71cm Kissaki length: 6cm Weight: 1110g Shape : Wide and thick blade with Okissaki. Jigane : Ko-Itame Hada well grained with Jinie attach. Era: Made in August of 1981 Hamon : Nie Deki, Gunome Midare with deep Nioikuchi and long Ashi. Boshi is also Gunome Midare This is a very Long, broad and thick sword. This sword was made by Miyairi Kiyohira of Nagano Prefecture, younger brother of the Human National Treasure, Miyairi Shohei (Deceased). Kiyohira studied alongside his Brother and received many Prizes. The Blade was recently polished, there is no flaws. Comes with Shirasaya and Tensho Style Koshirae. Asking Price: 12,500.00 AUD AUD Unfortunately Due to the size of this blade, there will be difficulties shipping this overseas. So mainly looking to sell within Australia. Please feel free to PM for more pictures, videos or more information.

Hello Everyone! I hope everyone is doing well. I once again have another Shinsakuto for Sale. This time its a real treat. Here is a Mukansa Swordsmith Kanekuni Ogawa (son) - Ogawa Mitsutoshi This is Signature works of his - he is known for making Sukehiro utsushimono and for creating the real Sakabato from Ruronin Kenshin. For those who don't know, Sukehiro was the pioneer of this magnificent Toranba (Surging Waves) Hamon. Is it not the most magnificent hamon you've ever seen? There are currently only Kanekuni Ogawa and So Masachika who are focused on creating modern Sukehiro Utsushimono. And if you ask me, Kanekuni Ogawa is superior. The blade specifications are Blade Length: 72.1cm Sori: 1.9cm Motohaba: 3.47cm Width at the Kissaki: 2.72cm Kasane: 0.67cm Saki-Kasane: 0.44cm Kissaki length: 4.45cm The blade was made in Heisei 12 - 1999. There are no flaws on this blade. The Jigane and Hamon are spectacular. I have attached a few videos to try and capture it for you. The Blade comes with a Modern Koshirae with Modern fittings and a Shirasaya. No Tsunagi. Please feel free to PM for more pics or more information. Asking price 18,500.00 AUD / 12,000.00 USD Shipping available to countries where Nihonto are allowed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CgaUba0aSWQ Here is a video of him featured on Touken World Youtube. I have attached a few pictures of his signature works as well as his Bio page from the various different books I have that feature him and his works. Please enjoy.

PENDING

Hi Everyone, this Tachi is still available for purchase.

PRICE DROP to 12,500 AUD!

For Sale A Soshu Style Katana by the late Mukansa swordsmith Furukawa Kiyoyuki. This is a gorgeous piece that comes with a really nice Koshirae. The highlight for me in this blade is the soshu stlye Jigane, I will post a video showcasing this. The hamon is a very nice Notare Midare. The shape, hamon, and Jigane of this sword is sublime. The Asking price is 13,200 AUD + Shipping.

Thanks so much Brian!

Hello Friends of the Nihonto Community! I'd like to share something with everyone today. I absolutely in love with the world of Nihonto. I believe that alot of you can relate, that it is addicting. Although I am no scholar or expert, I enjoy learning and reading and collecting and learning new things about everything Nihonto related. I've read and heard that in Japan that the culture and the craftsmen are struggling and have heard many of them say that they would hope that more people, in and out of Japan to become more aware, and learn about Nihonto. After contemplating, I decided that I wanted to help as well as just share my passion with as many people who would be willing to listen. Anyways, I started a website/blog called Nihontoculture. Very lucky to get such a cool domain, hehe. My goal with this website is to just share, write, educate on anything Nihonto related. I was partly inspired by Paul Martin, who has been promoting the world of Japanese swords to outside of Japan for years. He has helped me with many of my commission orders as well as many other purchases and services Nihonto related, as well as educating me on the cultures of Nihonto. I hope that it will be an entertaining read for seasoned nihonto people, and hope that it might interest new people into the world of Japanese swords. The site has been lived for about a week, but I hadn't announced it to the community yet as there wasn't much content on there. But I recently posted a post that documented my Nihonto Japan holiday back in Nov 2022 which I hope that you guys might find interesting or an entertaining read. please go check it out at www.nihontoculture.com and if you'd like you can follow on instagram @nihontoculture I hope this is ok to promote it here on the forums. Thank you.

This Daisho has now been SOLD!**

Ok, This listing is now OPEN again. I am unfortunately unable to ship this blade overseas atm as it is too long. Apparently the shipping companies that handles swords are only able to ship if the package is no longer than 105cm. And this sword itself is 110cm. I unforunately had to refund to an initial buyer. This blade is currently still up for sale but at the moment I can only sell it Domestically within Australia.

Dropping asking Price to 67,000.00 AUD OBO! thank you for your consideration

This listing has now been SOLD! Thank you everyone.

Hi Charles, In USD, it would be about 5000.00 USD. Would you be willing to cover shipping? From memory I believe Shipping and insurance would be about 150 USD on top. Yes Paypal is accepted and it is safer for you as a Purchaser, however Paypal will include a 3% fee on top of the total price if you are ok with this. Otherwise, the other option would be a bank transfer in which you save the 3% fee but you would have to trust me as a seller otherwise you woudn't be protected. I hope this helps, please do not hesitate to contact me for any other questions.

Dropping Price down to 7,500.00 AUD!

Hello friends of the Nihonto Community. After some serious consideration once more. I have decided to list my Ono Yoshimitsu Daisho for sale once more. I listed it once during christmas and changed my mind afterwards. But ultimately, I have decided to let these move out of my collection to make room for others in the future. I originally bought these from Darcy Brockbank who listed these as a consignment for once of his clients. This was an custom ordered Daisho by the Mukansa smith (he's a genius) Ono Yoshimitsu. Grab it before I change my mind again haha. All the details are in these write up by the late Darcy Brockbank. In my opinion, that man wrote and displayed one of the best sword dealing websites I have ever seen. Reading his write-ups was one of the most enjoying past time for me. I would spend hours on his website. He has described these blades perfectly. Asking Price 74,500 AUD ONO.

Price drop once more to 8,500 AUD!