This weeks “Japanese Bicycle of the Week” is a 3Rensho Katana.
Interestingly, the serial number stamped on the bottom bracket does not indicate the year. However, according to the components it appears to be circa mid to late ’80’s.
Yoshi Konno, also known as Yoshi Miyakawa, the acclaimed masterbuilder behind 3Rensho frames, was a true pioneer in his prime. Commencing his journey by expertly unbraze-welding Cinelli frames to figure out how they were built. In fact, he swiftly garnered recognition for his exceptional craftsmanship following the success of his bicycles at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics.
YOSHI BUILT 3RENSHO COMES TO AN END
As luck would have it, his remarkable skills swiftly catapulted him into the esteemed ranks of masterbuilders. Regrettably, a catastrophic car accident tragically incapacitated his precise artistry. Consequently, it’s imperative that when encountering a 3Rensho frame, you seize the opportunity to acquire it, for the future holds no promise of new 3Rensho creations.
This particular bicycle lay dormant, untouched by human hands for an extended period. Evidently, the passage of time has left its mark, but remarkably, the bike remains entirely in its original state. This bicycle was a specially commissioned piece crafted for an exhibition.
SANTE COMPONENTS HIT THE MARKET 1986
The fundamental idea behind the creation of Sante was to pursue the aesthetic excellence in component design. To put it differently, Sante’s design aims to captivate a diverse range of prospective users, rather than catering exclusively to a select group of professional racers.
The Sante cranks adorning this bike exhibit characteristics resembling prototypes and remain in impeccable condition. It is highly plausible that this bicycle came to life in the vicinity of 1987.
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