These efforts surprisingly revealed the object to be a type of Japanese short sword—known as a wakizashi—which had been preserved in fragments. The sword features a hilt motif of Daikoku ...

While the sword’s hilt dates to between the 17th and 19th centuries, the blade was probably forged as far back as the 16th century. “The discovery of this Japanese short sword in the heart of ...

While revealing that he too has noticed the peculiar shape of the hilt of the sword (which is apparently supposed to represent swords from the Japanese anime Bleach), Hasan denied being involved ...

This guide breaks down the costs of buying a Japanese sword and the affordability options available to suit your budget. Categories of Japanese Swords Japanese swords are celebrated for their ...

In a Japanophiles interview, he tells us about being drawn to the world of Japanese swords and sword making. It is possible to forge a Japanese sword from steel with just one hammer. Swordsmith ...

This is iaido, the Japanese art of drawing your sword well. Unlike kendo or karate, there are no opponents in iaido. It’s so meditative in nature, it’s sometimes called “zen in motion.” ...