Japan Sword Co., Ltd — Local services in Tokyo

Wonderful dealer of antique nihonto. It is natural and expected for sword dealers in Japan to be knowledgeable and give thorough explanation to inventory, the attribution of blades and generally be an expert. Japan sword company is unique in having this but also a very friendly and engaging English-speaking staff that seems genuinely motivated by sharing their love of the Japanese sword with other interested people.

The selection ranges from high quality reproduction for a basic interest to masterpiece blades from the Kamakura period (late 1200s) for the very discerning and advanced collector. There is a wide selection of fittings that far exceed what you’ll find at your average shrine market or antique shop. All the items have been through shinsa and are papered - so you’re not only getting an authentic Japanese sword, but one that has been deemed by a panel of experts to be worthy of preservation. Again, all this is all the more appealing because the store representatives are happy to discuss and explain even for beginners.

Japanese swords and fittings have a steep learning curve, and many who are interested in purchasing one who are not Japanese will find it isn’t always easy to know how to proceed. Whether an experienced collector or interested novice, this shop is a wonderful stop and I highly recommend it - I know I...

Fantastic shop and very professional, knowledgeable, and respectful owners. I was in Tokyo on business and stopped by to see if there were any antique katana for sale. I ended up purchasing a beautiful wakizashi made around 1860. The owner answered all of my questions (in English!) and ended up packaging and shipping the sword for me back to the USA. It arrived only about 2 months later, perfectly packaged. This was extremely fast considering Japanese law requires the government to approve of the sword leaving Japan, and then U.S. customs has their own process. Reviewers leaving “1 star” for long lead times are misinformed. Also, reviewers complaining about prices also are uninformed - these are antique, authentic artifacts that are museum worthy. Go here if you are looking for a one of a kind piece of art, go to Tokyu Hands if you are looking for a souvenir. I am so honored to have this artifact in my home and plan to pass it down for generations. I would recommend this business to anyone and plan to visit again next time...

This shop provides impeccable kind understanding service. I just acquired an item, and they provided the most considerate and graceful paitence for me to make a selection. The store interior is very well decorated with lovely displays in the store. The staff on hand were so caring, gentle, kind and highly knowledgeable. A simply lovely experience of gracious Japanese customer service. Now in regard of the negative posters! These business owners are a retailer - not the customs office or the shipping service company. It would be deemed that anyone who decides to buy - As the store does actually give advice for a purchase and it looks like they may start the shipping process for the customer - But this shop is not a customs office or Japanese duty or government manageing export regulations. They don,t create the governments import export bylaws. Please, this place deserves respect - any one who decides to buy should be willing to "do some math" - "do...