Japanese Samurai Sword Katana – Hishu Hirato Masahisa (NBTHK Hozon)

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Item Details

• Swordsmith: Hishu Hirato Masahisa (real name: Dennojo Kakimi)

• Lineage: Student of Shinryo Doi → later of Masanao Matsumura

• Era: Edo Period (c. 1790)

• Province: Hizen (Hirado, Matsuura Domain)

• Certification: NBTHK Hozon – Preserved Sword

• Nagasa (Blade Length): 68.8 cm

• Sori (Curvature): 0.9 cm

Swordsmith Lineage

Masahisa was part of the prestigious Hizen tradition. His teacher, Dohi (Doi) Shinryo Masashige, was a mid-Edo master who trained under Inoue Shinkai, one of the greatest Osaka smiths. Returning to Hizen, Shinryo became the official swordsmith of the Matsuura Samurai family in Hirado.

The Dohi Shinryo school continued through five generations, producing swords celebrated for their refined steel and superb cutting quality.

Features of This Sword

• Jigane: Beautiful, refined hada typical of Hizen work

• Hamon: Deep, bright nioi-based choji-midare with ashi, sunagashi, and kin-sen activity

• Style: Soshu-den influence, reflecting the Inoue Shinkai tradition

• Condition: Excellent, with a clear and flawless hamon

Koshirae (Mountings)

• Tsuba: Finely executed openwork with wave motif

• Fuchi-Kashira: Floral motifs in high relief with gold inlay

• Overall: Elegant Edo-period koshirae in original, well-preserved condition

Highlights

✔ Genuine Edo-period Hizen katana
✔ Signed by Hishu Hirato Masahisa
✔ Strong lineage tied to Inoue Shinkai & the Dohi Shinryo school
✔ NBTHK Hozon certification – authenticity guaranteed
✔ Blade in excellent polish and preservation
✔ Beautiful Edo-era koshirae with refined artistic details

Collector’s Note

This sword is an outstanding example of late-Edo Hizen craftsmanship, combining elegance, power, and historical importance. With its NBTHK Hozon papers, well-preserved koshirae, and superb blade activity, it represents both the artistry and martial spirit of the Samurai.

⚔ A worthy addition to any serious Japanese sword collection.