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Matching Samurai Swords to Your Practice Style
The right samurai sword must match how you plan to train. A katana works best for kendo and iaido training, while the shorter wakizashi fits close fighting. The small tanto...
Matching Samurai Swords to Your Practice Style
The right samurai sword must match how you plan to train. A katana works best for kendo and iaido training, while the shorter wakizashi fits close fighting. The small tanto...
Tanto Vs Wakizashi: a Tale of Two Blades
The tantō and wakizashi are two different Japanese blades, each with its own use in battle. The tantō is a short blade (15-30 cm) from early Japan that works best...
Tanto Vs Wakizashi: a Tale of Two Blades
The tantō and wakizashi are two different Japanese blades, each with its own use in battle. The tantō is a short blade (15-30 cm) from early Japan that works best...
How to Identify Quality Craftsmanship in a Mode...
A well-made modern katana shows clear signs of expert work. Look for a wavy line pattern on the blade, which shows the steel was heated and cooled properly. The sword...
How to Identify Quality Craftsmanship in a Mode...
A well-made modern katana shows clear signs of expert work. Look for a wavy line pattern on the blade, which shows the steel was heated and cooled properly. The sword...
Tanto Through War and Peace: A Weapon’s Journey
The tantō first appeared in Japan’s late Heian period as a fighting knife, growing from a basic blade into a carefully made tool for both war and formal events. Skilled...
Tanto Through War and Peace: A Weapon’s Journey
The tantō first appeared in Japan’s late Heian period as a fighting knife, growing from a basic blade into a carefully made tool for both war and formal events. Skilled...
How to Start a Samurai Sword Collection on Any ...
Starting a samurai sword collection starts with knowing what you want and how much you can spend. New collectors should first learn about basic sword types such as katana, tanto,...
How to Start a Samurai Sword Collection on Any ...
Starting a samurai sword collection starts with knowing what you want and how much you can spend. New collectors should first learn about basic sword types such as katana, tanto,...
Tanto Steel: The Secrets of Japanese Metallurgy
Japanese tantō steel was first made in the Heian era using careful methods to work metal. The makers used a special steel called tamahagane, paying close attention to how much...
Tanto Steel: The Secrets of Japanese Metallurgy
Japanese tantō steel was first made in the Heian era using careful methods to work metal. The makers used a special steel called tamahagane, paying close attention to how much...