Japanese Samuari Translation HELP

[sabersandsuch]

Hi,

Need help translating the tang on this sword before it goes up for sale.

Thank you
Tony

[sabersandsuch]

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[JRO]

Smith is YOSHI TADA

[sabersandsuch]

Thank you! Is the blade anything special or just average? I have no idea what to ask for this piece, any help would be appreciated!

[JRO]

Post pics of all parts of the sword and we may be able to give you an estimated value.

[Steve Flanagan]

Blade

Judging a blade by the tang is impossible, however Ive not often seen a great blade with such a sloppy "chippy mei" signature, so likely a non traditionally made blade