Nick Nakamura

This is the catalogue from the fifth exhibition of the Kokusai Tosogu Kai, which was held at the Nezu Museum, Tokyo, Japan 2009. The exhibition featured top level works from collections around the world. Some highlights include works by : Ko Katchushi, Ko Tosho, Ko Mino, Goto, Matashichi Hayashi, Nishigaki Kanshiro, Kyo Kinko, Hirata Donin, Kaneie, Owari, Akasaka Toshinaga, Yasuchika, Joi, Hirata Hikozo, Somin, Kamakura bori, Ezo, Saotome, Yamakichbei, Hoan, Jirotaro Naokatsu, Tachi-Kanagushi, Kazuyuki Takayama and Midori Suzuki. The photography in this catalogue is of the highest quality and the descriptions are equally excellent. In addition to the catalogue of items following wonderful articles are included : The Mon As a Design Element in Tsuba by Saulius Ploplys and The Evolution of Habaki by Andy Mancabelli. An excellent and glossary of terms, featuring both Japanese and English listings is also included. This fantastic book is a must have for anyone interested in Japanese sword fittings. Limited to 600 copies. Contents Glossary Exhibit-International Convention & Exhibition, Exhibit The Mon as a design element of tsuba by Saulius Ploplys The evolution of Habaki by Andy Mancabelli 2008 memoirs-Kokusai Tosogu Kai-4th International Convention & Exhbition Intercontinental Hotel In Toronto, Canada Cooperation of Royal Ontario Museum (October 17th, 18th and 19th, 2008 Kokusai Tosogu Kai-Membership register Kokuksai Tosogu Kaii-Constitution… (meer)