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History of Kissaki-Moroha-zukuri style blade Ⅱ
4) Kogarasu-maru was made out
The period from 9th century to 11th century was a time that Japan was creating its own culture. The style of "Japanese sword" also was created in that period. Generally, the shape of long sword turns to shinogi-zukuri, and the intentional curvature occurred. The base of kissaki-moroha-zukuri also became shinogi-zukuri.
One of the most famous kissaki-moroha-zukuri blade in this period is "Kogarasu-maru". It was a treasure of the clan "Taira", and now belong to the imperial collection.
Tachi "Kogarasu-maru" (10th century) [7]
Tachi in the Kasuga-taisha shrine (10-11th century) [8]
5) Kissaki-moroha-zukuri lost the popurality by samurai
In 12th century, warriors get the political power and control the government. That was a start of samurai age. Kissaki-moroha-zukuri blade in this age is rare, but still exist. According with shinogi-zukuri blade became popular, kissaki-moroha-zukuri blade survived in ceremonial sword by the nobilities.
On the other hand, the kissaki-moroha-zukuri style changed to kanmuri-otoshi style. The big difference between these styles is the shape of point and back edge. Usually, the back edge of kanmuri-otoshi is not very sharp. The style became popular in tanto and naginata.
Tanto made by Ryokai (13th century) [9]
Naginata made by Kagemitsu (14th century) [10]
6) Remembrance of Kogarasu-maru
In 19th century, it was the end of samurai age, kissaki-moroha-zukuri attracted people's eye again. Some famous smiths made such blades. But the boom was not for practical use, it was a fashion to return to glory days of Samurai.
Tanto made by Katsuichi (19th century) [11]
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The period from 9th century to 11th century was a time that Japan was creating its own culture. The style of "Japanese sword" also was created in that period. Generally, the shape of long sword turns to shinogi-zukuri, and the intentional curvature occurred. The base of kissaki-moroha-zukuri also became shinogi-zukuri.
One of the most famous kissaki-moroha-zukuri blade in this period is "Kogarasu-maru". It was a treasure of the clan "Taira", and now belong to the imperial collection.
Tachi "Kogarasu-maru" (10th century) [7]
Tachi in the Kasuga-taisha shrine (10-11th century) [8]
5) Kissaki-moroha-zukuri lost the popurality by samurai
In 12th century, warriors get the political power and control the government. That was a start of samurai age. Kissaki-moroha-zukuri blade in this age is rare, but still exist. According with shinogi-zukuri blade became popular, kissaki-moroha-zukuri blade survived in ceremonial sword by the nobilities.
On the other hand, the kissaki-moroha-zukuri style changed to kanmuri-otoshi style. The big difference between these styles is the shape of point and back edge. Usually, the back edge of kanmuri-otoshi is not very sharp. The style became popular in tanto and naginata.
Tanto made by Ryokai (13th century) [9]
Naginata made by Kagemitsu (14th century) [10]
6) Remembrance of Kogarasu-maru
In 19th century, it was the end of samurai age, kissaki-moroha-zukuri attracted people's eye again. Some famous smiths made such blades. But the boom was not for practical use, it was a fashion to return to glory days of Samurai.
Tanto made by Katsuichi (19th century) [11]
Want a unique sword? Feel free to contact us:
Email: lyuesword@hotmail.com
Website: www.lyuesword.com
Custom Sword Page: www.lyuesword.com/Custom-Sword/customization-options/Create-Your-Own-Swords
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