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Tameshigiri - a test of cut and sharpness of the katana
Entire articleTameshigiri is a Japanese term used for the technique of cutting and testing the edge of a sword, ty...
Horimono - engraving into the blade of a sword or knife
Entire articleHorimono is a term used to refer to various engraving patterns and decorations on Japanese swords, i...
Hamon - partial hardening of the blade
Entire articleHamon is the name for decorative strips or patterns on the blade of Japanese knives and swords, such...
Shogun 2024
Entire articleCosmo Jarvis and Hiroyuki Sanada star in the new hit series "Shōgun," which brings to life and bring...
History of the samurai tradition
Entire articleSamurai culture has been deeply embedded in Japanese history and tradition and has influenced many a...
Daisho - samurai equipment
Entire articleDaisho is the Japanese term for the two swords that a samurai wore as part of his outfit. The first ...