Iaito Minosaka Tokusei Koshirae | 2.30 ~ 2.45 Shaku

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Sword Maintenance Kit for Iaito & Shinken

Made in Japan

Contains: Choji oil (20 mL), Nuguigami, Uchiko, and Uchiko powder.

This maintenance kit for your Iaito or Shinken features Choji Abura (Japanese clove oil) to nourish the Saya of the Iaito or to maintain and protect the blade of a Shinken. Further, it also includes a Uchiko (a chalk powder "ball") and Uchiko powder used for the maintenance of steel blades. The third item in the box is the Nuguigami, a special paper to wipe off excessive oil, and in case of a Shinken also the Uchiko powder.

Same content for each box, only the container changes.

Utilization on Iaito:
Please be aware that the blades of the Iaito are made of chromed alloy and therefore do not need any maintenance. We recommend oiling the blade regularly to help nourish the wood of the Saya from the inside, but we strongly advise against using Uchiko powder as it might slightly scratch the alloy.

¥7,900

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Synthetic Leather Iaito Bag

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Material: Synthetic leather

Length: 111 cm or 120 cm Weight: 400 g (max 2.70 shaku)

Name plate option: Synthetic leather embroidered name plate (maximum 1 name)

This leatherette bag is designed to hold one Iaito up to 2.65 Shaku, including a small pocket for maintenance accessories.

  • Available in 111 cm (M) or 120 cm (L).
  • Reinforcement on the lower part.
  • Accessory pocket.
  • Synthetic leather - Water resistant.
  • Adjustable and removable shoulder strap.
  • Front insert to fit a name plate.

"Name Plate" Option (+1,000 JPY): Optionally, you can add a name plate embroidered with your name. This plate is made of synthetic leather, and will be directly integrated on the bag before shipping.
Please note: given the little space available, it is only possible to embroider either a first name, a last name, or a word (Aikido, Aikibudo etc.)
For more information about Japanese embroidery, please consult the page "How to Choose your Japanese Embroidery".

¥9,800 ~ ¥11,100
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Kanoko Weaving Iaito Bag

Made in Japan

Material: Cotton, Polyester

Length: 111 cm  (max 2.50 shaku) Weight: ~400 g

Name plate option: Synthetic leather embroidered name plate (maximum 1 name)

For practitioners travelling often, this cushioned model provides an excellent protection for your Iaito or Shinken

  • Outer fabric cotton/polyester reinforced
  • Padded interior
  • Reinforcement on the lower part
  • Accessory pocket
  • Adjustable and removable shoulder strap
  • Front insert to fit a name plate

"Name Plate" Option (+1,000 JPY): Optionally, you can add a name plate embroidered with your name. This plate is made of synthetic leather, and will be directly integrated on the bag before shipping.
Please note: given the little space available, it is only possible to embroider either a first name, a last name, or a word (Aikido, Aikibudo etc.)
For more information about Japanese embroidery, please consult the page "How to Choose your Japanese Embroidery".

Product Information & Size Chart

  • Iaito Minosaka - Tokusei Koshirae (2.30 ~ 2.45 Shaku)

    Made in Japan (Kyushu)
    Hamon: Suguha
    Habaki: Special Habaki (Brass) | Seppa: Brass
    Tsuba: Namako Sukashi (iron) | Menuki: Tombo (dragonfly) | Fuchi/Kashira: Ryu (Dragon)
    Tsukaito: Cotton, black
    Sageo: Synthetic fiber, black
    Saya: Kuroishime

    The Iaito "Tokusei" is one of our basic models. Reasonably priced, well-balanced on the tsuba, with a simple finish, it is ideal for beginners. It also makes a fine choice for Aikidoists looking for a practical Iaito at a reasonable price.

    This Tokusei is available in sizes from 2.30 shaku to 2.45 shaku (on some 2.30 Shaku blades, the groove may go up to the Habaki, see product pictures). The blade Hamon (pattern) is a classic Suguha (straight) Hamon. It features brass Habaki and brass Seppa, a Namako Sukashi Tsuba, and classical Tombo (firefly) pattern Menuki. Tsukaito is made of traditional black Kakucho woven cotton, while the Sageo is made from black synthetic fibers.

    Kuroishime (black with sanding effect), which is the strongest lacquer available (scratch resistant) is used for the Sayanuri (lacquer).

    The blade is made of reinforced high-quality zinc/aluminum bubble-free alloy (duralumin). Note: Alloy blades do not cut and cannot be sharpened.
    Just like the blade, all fitting parts are handmade in Japan and result in a 100% made-in-Japan product.

    This in-stock model is also available as a custom product.

    Technical Specifications
    Weight for 2.45 shaku ~770 g without Saya | ~1,000 g with Saya
    Motohaba 31 mm
    Sakihaba 21 mm
    Motokasane 7 mm
    Tsuba Namako Sukashi (110 g, 7.2 x 7.5 cm, 4.4 mm thickness)
    Saya Magnolia wood, Kuroishime lacquer
    Size Table
    Your size
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    Blade
    (shaku / cm)
    Tsuka
    (sun / cm)
    Weight (without Saya)
    (g)
    ~ 160 cm 2.30 / 69.6 8 / 24.2 730
    ~ 165 cm 2.35 / 71.2 8 / 24.2 760
    ~ 170 cm 2.40 / 72.7 8.5 / 25.8 790
    ~ 175 cm 2.45 / 74.2 8.5 / 25.8 820

    *This size table is based on the official Japanese Iaido federation recommendation, for information purposes only.

    Disclaimer: Non-Returnable Item

    Because considered as a weapon by the Japanese legislation, the reimportation of the item is impossible. Therefore, this product is non-returnable/exchangeable.

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    Anonymous (Surrey, CA)
    High quality iaito

    very happy with the quality. Outstanding craftsmanship. Handle wrap is very tight. Nothing has moved after more than a month of use. Will definitely make another purchase here on my next iaito.

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    Varavadh D. (Lamphun, TH)
    Great Product, Great Service!!

    I ordered it from Thailand and this is second Iaito 20 years later since I started practicing in 2004. Great customer service, free shipping and pretty fast! Strongly recommended!

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    Garreth (Dublin, IE)
    Iaito Minosaka Tokusei Koshirae

    I am delighted with both the Iaito, which feels a nice weight and balance, but especially the speed of delivery. Seido make it easy to choose the correct option for your budget and get it to you quick. Also love the quality of kakuobi which I got separately from Seido.Thanks.

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    Anonymous (Windham, US)
    beautiful quality

    As a relative beginner I needed a model mor suited to me and this Iaito delivered perfectly. For the price the quality is second to none! I am very happy with the craftsman that created this - Thank you!

    H
    Hunter (United States)
    Excellent iaito, fast delivery

    I was very impressed with how fast I received my iaito. It was great quality as expected at an affordable price. Thank you Seido.

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    Thierry BOEZ (ANGOULINS)
    encore une bonne surprise

    suite à ma commande du 24/07/2024 (Iaito Tokusei Minosaka), une élève a souhaité acheter le même Iaïto (lame plus courte)
    Dès la prise en main, elle a apprécié l'équilibre, la légèreté de la lame et la tenue de la tsuka.
    Cela me permet de confirmer toute la confiance que j'ai dans le matériel proposé sur votre site.
    A noté aussi la qualité de l'emballage qui garantie une livraison sans risque de .

    G
    Graham (Australia)
    Quality iaito and fast delivery

    My new iaito arrived super fast.
    On inspection, the quality is exactly as expected and great value for money.
    Thanks to whole Seido team. 😃

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    Thierry BOEZ (ANGOULINS)
    pas de mauvaise surprise

    Ce Iaïto est un cadeau que nous faisons à un enseignant de notre club, il correspond parfaitement à nos attentes: poids, équilibre de la lame, tenue, esthétique.
    C'est le 2ème Iaïto que j'achète sur le site et je ne suis pas déçu. Même si il est délicat d'acheter ce genre de produit sur internet, je fais une entière confiance sur la qualité des produits de votre site. J'ai acheté mon 1er Iaïto sur mesure en 2015 et je l'utilise avec toujours autant de plaisir au moins 4h par semaine. Je connais d'autres pratiquants qui ont aussi fait confiance à seido pour leur sabre et qui sont enchanté par leur achat.

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    Brian (USA)
    Amazing shop, unreal craftsmanship

    The Minosaka iaito is a stunning piece of craftsmanship, and I was blown away by the quality of the sword. It is clear that Seido International takes great care in selecting the products they sell and ensuring that their customers receive only the best.

    What really stood out to me, however, was the exceptional customer service I received from Seido International. The team was incredibly responsive and helpful, answering all of my questions and ensuring that I was fully informed throughout the purchasing process.

    And to top it all off, my Minosaka iaito arrived incredibly quickly - in fact, it arrived in just one day from Japan! This level of efficiency and care is truly remarkable and is a testament to the professionalism and commitment to quality that Seido International embodies.

    Big shoutout to the ultra-professional team at Seido, and to Minosaka in Gifu for crafting such a blade.

    K
    K.O. (Israel)
    Excellent Iaito for beginners in Iaido

    This new model from Minosaka was offered on discount when I was looking to move from using a bokken in my Iaido training to an Iaito. I was using a custom Minosaka Iaito on loan from my instructor and although it was a lightweight model, it was a bit too big and too heavy for me. I ordered this blade based on the recommended sizes chart and it is a perfect fit for me (I am 1.60m).
    The quality you expect from a Minosaka product is there even though this is an entry level model. Everything is nice and tight and feels good in the hand. The balance point on my 2.3 blade length is approx. 10-15cm from the tsuba. The sword is very true to pictures on the site. Two little things I would point out is that the habaki is much shinier than shown in the pictures and that the sageo is fairly thin and something I replaced immediately. The sword fits nicely in the saya and the habaki "clicks in" tightly. I have only used the sword a few hours at the time of writing, but I am very happy with it and recommend it with no reservations.
    Seido's team was super helpful in the ordering process and the sword arrived quickly, passing through customs without issue. I can't recommend this shop enough for their professional conduct and stellar customer service. Best.

    For compliance reasons, reviews placed in French and Japanese and imported here on February 2024 do not display as 'verified'.
    When importing Japanese reviews, the impossibility to automatically determine the presence of a familly name forced us to label all Japanese reviews as 'anonymous' (Familly names in roman characters have been filtered out).

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Product & Services

Iaito Minosaka Tokusei Koshirae | 2.30 ~ 2.45 Shaku: ¥49,500

Accessories

1 x Iaito/Shinken Sword Maintenance Kit: ¥3,200
1 x Iaito Carry Bag (Synthetic Leather): ¥7,900
1 x Iaito Carry Bag (Kanoko Padded): ¥9,800
Made to Order | Production: ~ | No Exchanges/Refunds
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