Kitsunegasaki, Ancient tachi sword in Iwakuni, Japan
The Kitsunegasaki tachi features a curved blade measuring 78.5 centimeters with a black lacquer wrapped mount and two peg holes.
Master swordsmith Aoe Tamehira crafted this sword during the late Heian period, between 1211 and 1213, while working in the Bitchu province.
The sword carries the name of its origin location, where Kikkawa Kojiro Tsunehiro engaged in combat with Kajiwara Kagemoti in the year 1200.
The Kikkawa Historical Museum displays this National Treasure sword alongside other artifacts from the Iwakuni region, maintaining strict preservation standards.
The sword retains its original combat-ready mounting from the time of creation, making it an exceptional example of complete preservation from that period.
Location: Iwakuni
Address: 山口県岩国市横山2-7-3
GPS coordinates: 34.17055,132.17750
Latest update: May 15, 2025 11:49
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