Japanese Signed Kama Sickle Antique Hand Forged Farm Tool by Fukuyasu

Authentic 1920s Japanese Signed Kama (鎌) Sickle | Hand-Forged Antique Farm Tool | Fukuyasu

Own a genuine piece of Japan's agricultural history with this authentic early 1920s Japanese kama (鎌) sickle, hand-forged and signed by the blacksmith Fukuyasu (福安). Sourced directly from an official Japanese Government Auction, this remarkable antique reflects the craftsmanship and traditions of rural Japan during the early Showa period.

For centuries, the kama has been one of Japan's most important agricultural tools, traditionally used for harvesting rice, cutting grasses, and tending crops. Skilled blacksmiths forged these blades by hand, producing durable tools that often remained in families for generations.

This example retains its original forged steel blade, bearing the craftsman's signature, along with its original wooden handle, which has developed a rich, naturally aged patina through decades of use and preservation. The honest wear, surface oxidation, and small blade chip speak to its authentic history and make it an outstanding collectible rather than a modern reproduction.

Today, signed antique kama are highly sought after by collectors of Japanese tools, folk art, blacksmithing, and early twentieth-century craftsmanship.

This item is offered strictly as an antique collectible and display piece.

Product Highlights

✅ Authentic Japanese antique kama (鎌)

✅ Early 1920s Showa period

✅ Hand-forged steel blade

✅ Signed by blacksmith Fukuyasu (福安)

✅ Original wooden handle with beautiful aged patina

✅ Genuine agricultural harvesting tool

✅ Rare signed collectible

✅ Sourced directly from a Japanese Government Auction

✅ Ideal for collectors and historical display

Condition

This antique kama remains in good antique condition consistent with its age.

The blade displays natural surface oxidation, age-related wear, and a small chip visible in the photographs. The original wooden handle shows a deep, attractive patina developed through decades of use and storage.

These characteristics are expected in an authentic early twentieth-century agricultural tool and contribute to its historical authenticity and collectible appeal.

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Additional Information

The kama (鎌) has been an essential farming implement throughout Japan for centuries and remains one of the country's most recognizable traditional agricultural tools.

Historically used to harvest rice, trim grasses, and gather crops, hand-forged kama were produced by local blacksmiths using techniques similar to those employed in the creation of traditional Japanese edged tools. Signed examples such as this one provide a direct connection to the artisan who created the blade, increasing both their historical significance and collectible value.

Collectors appreciate antique kama for their:

Traditional Japanese blacksmith craftsmanship
Rural farming history
Original signed blades
Natural aged patina
Wabi-sabi aesthetic
Folk art and ethnographic importance

This piece makes an excellent addition to:

Japanese antique collections
Blacksmith and tool collections
Folk art displays
Farm history exhibits
Wabi-sabi interiors
Museums and study collections

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📦 Condition
Please review all photos carefully, as they form part of the item description. Dimensions and additional details are provided in the images.