Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana by KANEYOSHI with Tassel & Leather Covered Wooden Scabbard Japanese Navy standing next to either a

standing next to either a relative or friend in the Navy

we would assume to raise funds or at least to raise support for the war effort

which does show a bit of age

the button is still present on this example

EASTERN UKRAINE

Original WWII Japanese Type 98 Shin-Gunto Handmade Katana by KANEYOSHI with Tassel & Leather Covered Wooden Scabbard Japanese Navy standing next to either aOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Recently purchased at large military show, this is a great USGI Bring Back wartime production Japanese officer Katana in a "Simplified" Type 98 Shin Gunto ( kyhachi shiki gunt) setting. These type of fittings (koshirae) are slightly simplified compared to the standard Type 98. The blade tang is signed by the maker, and appears to be handmade in the traditional fashion. A Shin Gunt (, new military sword) is a weapon and