About Japanese Swords

Tanto knife

Tanto knife

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Tanto refers to Japanese swords with blades up to 30 centimeters long, There are also some more realistic colorful tanto lengths in the upper 30CM range. made in a style distinct from wakizashi, which first appeared in the 9th century.There are many different types of tanto, and many different uses for them.
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Tsuka-Japanese sword handle type

Tsuka-Japanese sword handle type

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Tsuka is the handle of a Japanese sword. tsuka are constructed in many different ways and types, but the traditional tsuka is made of wood, custom fit to the foot of the blade, and held in place by 1-2 mekugi pins. The wooden handle is wrapped in samegawa, or the solid wood handle is held in place by mekugi only.
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Tenka Goken-Japanese swords

Tenka Goken-Famous Japanese Swords in History

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In ancient Japan, swords played a very important role, not only as weapons, but also as symbols of culture. Among them, the five ancient Japanese swords known as "Tenka Goken", mikadukimunechika, doujigiri, onimaru kunitsuna, otenta odenta, and jyuzumaru, are widely praised for their unique history and legendary stories. 
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On Bushido and the Placement of Japanese sword

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Bushido definition, like its symbol, the cherry blossom, is an inherent flower of the land of Japan.  "Name, Loyalty, Courage, Righteousness, Courtesy, Honesty, Discipline, and Benevolence"! These eight words are the principles of the Bushido spirit.

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Foreword-Japanese swords

Foreword-Japanese swords

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A Japanese sword is a unique steel artwork that can be appreciated from many aspects. It is not only a weapon with excellent functions, but also reflects the mature metallurgical technology and scientific thinking of Japanese sword workers. We hope that through my introduction, we can fully understand the actual manufacturing process of Japanese sword and appreciate Japanese sword better.
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