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The Symbolism of Tanto in Japanese Culture
The tantō knife means a lot in Japanese life, showing both fighting skill and sacred strength. This special knife first appeared in the Heian time and became an important symbol...
The Symbolism of Tanto in Japanese Culture
The tantō knife means a lot in Japanese life, showing both fighting skill and sacred strength. This special knife first appeared in the Heian time and became an important symbol...
Understanding Samurai Sword Certifications and ...
The NBTHK, created in 1948, checks and proves if Japanese samurai swords are real through four main levels: Hozon, Tokubetsu Hozon, Juyo Token, and Tokubetsu Juyo Token. Each level shows...
Understanding Samurai Sword Certifications and ...
The NBTHK, created in 1948, checks and proves if Japanese samurai swords are real through four main levels: Hozon, Tokubetsu Hozon, Juyo Token, and Tokubetsu Juyo Token. Each level shows...
The Role of Tanto in Japanese Martial Arts
The tantō showed up in Japan’s Heian time as a key short blade for fighting up close. Made from strong steel and measuring between 15-30 centimeters, it was used by...
The Role of Tanto in Japanese Martial Arts
The tantō showed up in Japan’s Heian time as a key short blade for fighting up close. Made from strong steel and measuring between 15-30 centimeters, it was used by...
The Different Katana Steel Types Explained for ...
Modern katanas use several types of steel, from basic carbon steel like 1045/1060 to high-end tool steel like T10. The old-style steel called tamahagane has 1-1.5% carbon and shows clear...
The Different Katana Steel Types Explained for ...
Modern katanas use several types of steel, from basic carbon steel like 1045/1060 to high-end tool steel like T10. The old-style steel called tamahagane has 1-1.5% carbon and shows clear...
The Master Craftsmen: Legendary Tanto Makers
Japanese tantō makers turned knife-making into a deeply respected art passed down through many generations. Well-known makers like Masamune and Muramasa each had their own special way of working, and...
The Master Craftsmen: Legendary Tanto Makers
Japanese tantō makers turned knife-making into a deeply respected art passed down through many generations. Well-known makers like Masamune and Muramasa each had their own special way of working, and...
Traditional vs. Modern Materials in Today’s Sam...
Modern samurai swords use newer types of steel like T10 and 1095, which spread carbon better and last longer than the old-style Tamahagane steel. Today’s sword makers focus on making...
Traditional vs. Modern Materials in Today’s Sam...
Modern samurai swords use newer types of steel like T10 and 1095, which spread carbon better and last longer than the old-style Tamahagane steel. Today’s sword makers focus on making...
