Measuring 42 3/4 inches overall, with a 29 3/4 inch blade, showing 3 mekugi-ana on the tang, which is signed on both sides. Both the hilt and scabbard are adorned in full coverage polychrome enamel cloisonne, showing chiefly floral patterns, some geometric designs, along with alternating panels of dragons on speckled red and yellow backgrounds and ho-oh birds on blue backgrounds. The dragon and ho-oh are deeply associated with the Emperor and Empress of Japan, respectively and the combination of the two is considered a symbol of martial harmony and bliss. Included with the mounts are an interwoven purple and white suspension cord and a blue tassle on the hilt.