Bunchin (Paperweight) with Warrior Design
Featuring warrior Date Masamune (1567-1636) (“Date” pronounced “Dah-teh”)
Date is the legendary “One-Eyed Dragon” samurai who unified northern Japan and founded the city of Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture
Inscribed on the back with Masamune’s famous death poem (Jisei no Kui), written as his final reflection on life
This piece can be dated to before the 1990s, as it was distributed as a promotional or commemorative item by the former Tokuyo Mutual Bank, a regional financial institution based in Sendai which ceased operations in the 1990s
An unusual and rarely seen piece
Comes with its original packaging
(Listing is for paperweight - Stand not included)
SIZE (Approx.)
DIAMETER 8.2CM (3.2“) X HEIGHT 1.0CM (0.4”)
WEIGHT (without packaging)
304 Grams
CONDITION - EXCELLENT
Wear to original box. No damages to paperweight - excellent condition.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
The Buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes, or fees that may apply.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.
⚠️ US Customers only
Since August 29, 2025, additional import fees apply to all commercial parcels entering the US and must be prepaid.
These fees will appear under "Shipping" at checkout.
Please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
Bunchin (Paperweight) with Warrior Design
Featuring warrior Date Masamune (1567-1636) (“Date” pronounced “Dah-teh”)
Date is the legendary “One-Eyed Dragon” samurai who unified northern Japan and founded the city of Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture
Inscribed on the back with Masamune’s famous death poem (Jisei no Kui), written as his final reflection on life
This piece can be dated to before the 1990s, as it was distributed as a promotional or commemorative item by the former Tokuyo Mutual Bank, a regional financial institution based in Sendai which ceased operations in the 1990s
An unusual and rarely seen piece
Comes with its original packaging
(Listing is for paperweight - Stand not included)
SIZE (Approx.)
DIAMETER 8.2CM (3.2“) X HEIGHT 1.0CM (0.4”)
WEIGHT (without packaging)
304 Grams
CONDITION - EXCELLENT
Wear to original box. No damages to paperweight - excellent condition.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
The Buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes, or fees that may apply.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.
⚠️ US Customers only
Since August 29, 2025, additional import fees apply to all commercial parcels entering the US and must be prepaid.
These fees will appear under "Shipping" at checkout.
Please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
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