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Kata: Making a sword pattern

A good to way to learn proper sword sugata, or silhouette, is… Continue reading →

Kata – Sword Patterns: Tanto – Aizu Shintogo

Tanto – Aizu Shintogo Shintogo Kunimitsu is known as one of the… Continue reading →

Kata – Sword Patterns: Kozuka – Kogatana

Kozuka – Kogatana These pocket knives were utilitarian first and foremost. They… Continue reading →

Art of the Samurai: Japanese Arms and Armor, 1156-1868

Art of the Samurai: Japanese Arms and Armor, 1156-1868 Edited by Morihiro… Continue reading →

Book – Katana Kantei: Facts and Fundamentals

A refreshing look at Japanese sword appraisal Review of a new book… Continue reading →

Book: Introduction to Japanese Swords through pictures

Introduction to Japanese Swords through pictures. Reference work on etiquette, appraisal, maintenance,… Continue reading →

Exhibition catalogue: Masamune and his lineage

Exhibition catalogue « Masamune and his lineage » held at the Sano… Continue reading →

DVD: The Ancient Techniques and Spirit of the Japanese Sword: A Modern Challenge

A Top quality DVD on Japanese sword making by the All Japan… Continue reading →

KOGEI: The spirit of craftmanship

Kogei is now on the ice for lack of time! Wait for… Continue reading →

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