Final Edo Wasan Rod, 2nd Generation Sakuchu, 4 sections, approx. 187 cm, 3 sections stored

This is a so-called classic rod made by the second generation Saotada, Jinzaburo Nakane, which survived the war.
(The third generation Saotada, Otokichi Nakane, Jinzaburo's child, is known for Saotada's Sleep Talk.)

This is a rod with a stiff action and a thick tip. It is made of exceptionally strong and durable bamboo. When the rods touch each other, they make a metallic kin-kin sound, completely different from modern rods.
The handle is slender and easy to grip. The butt end features meticulous metalwork.
The rod bag is in poor condition but will be included as is.
The last image is an excerpt from the valuable book Yakiin no Kao (The Branded Face).

Although the length suggests it might be a small-item rod, its extremely stiff action might indicate a different purpose.
This is a rare item that is seldom offered for sale. Please experience firsthand the legacy of a master craftsman who left his name in history, the essence of Edo Wasa, and a piece of history itself.

We are also offering Saotada rods with five and three sections. While the mouth coating on all three rods appears to be a solid black, when exposed to strong light, a pattern resembling mushikui-nuri (worm-eaten lacquer) emerges, revealing an elaborate and sophisticated finish. This technique is rarely seen and may be a lost art in modern times.