Studies in Kyo Goto by Kasahara Koju and Akimoto Shigeo It was a warning to

It was a warning to Kumagai Jiro Naozane not to kill Atsumori

that is why there are visible signs of wear

Fuchikashira is made of iron and decorated with solid gold inlay

Carving of clouds on this tsuba is stunning

From top of the fuchi to center of mekugi hole: 31 mm

Studies in Kyo Goto by Kasahara Koju and Akimoto Shigeo It was a warning to"Studies in Kyo Goto" by Kasahara Koju and Akimoto Shigeo. This book is dedicated to side branches of famous Goto family. Inside we will find everything we might look for in a book like that. There are good quality photos with close ups, English description of every item, 19 pages of history of the families and one chapter with comparison of real and fake signatures. Condition: very good