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Appreciate all the help and knowledge guys. Luckily I hadn't started any cleaning on it yet (either due to feeling lazy or the fact that I kinda enjoy the old rustic look of things) so the maintenance links were very helpful. As for the translation, big thanks there, learning Japanese wasn't exactly on my bucket list of things to learn in this lifetime, and based of my previous endeavors of learning a 2nd language, probably never going to be successful even if it was.

Was hoping those of you with the knowledge would be able to assist me in determining whether this sword is in fact a WWII blade or just a cheap replica. I acquired it along with a Arisaka type 38 (had no intention of acquiring a sword, mostly because I don't know enough to feel comfortable making a purchase) but was told it was included with the rifle. Despite all my reading and research on here I'm no closer to any definitive answer so I'm reaching out for your help. Hopefully my photos will be decent enough quality to be of some use. Thanks!