Explore the ancient art of forging a bronze samurai sword, blending traditional craftsmanship with the beauty of bronze. Each step in the process is rooted in history, requiring skill and patience ...

The process of forging a samurai ... sword is carefully shaped, heated, hammered, and quenched to perfection, resulting in a weapon that is not only a symbol of strength and honor but also a work ...

the sword is actually a wakizashi, a short blade traditionally carried by Japanese samurai. “This discovery is yet another example of the surprising artifacts that are waiting to be unearthed ...

The North Carolina Museum of Art’s Samurai: Making of a Warrior exhibit blends art, culture and religion. With artifacts sourced largely from the Triangle, the exhibit explores the samurai world.