Japanese Swords
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Tachi Sword, Known as “Koryu Kagemitsu” (detail), By Kagemitsu, Kamakura period, dated 1322 (National Treasure)
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 13
September 19, 2018 (Wed) - November 25, 2018 (Sun)Exhibits selected swords and sword-fittings from the Heian to Edo periods, including the Tachi Sword, Known as “Koryu Kagemitsu” By Kagemitsu.
Current exhibit includes:
Tachi Sword, Known as “Koryu Kagemitsu”, By Kagemitsu, Kamakura period, dated 1322 (National Treasure)
Tanto Sword, By Kunimitsu, Kamakura period, 13th century (Important Cultural Property, Gift of Mr. Watanabe Seiichiro)