Japanese swords have always been more than just weapons ... He was inspired by a sword made by the legendary 13th century swordsmith Masamune. And after a 5 year apprenticeship and years of ...

Samurai swords, also known as katana, hold a special place in the history and culture of Japan. Step into the world of the ...

DAZAIFU, Fukuoka Prefecture--An outstanding collection of Japanese swords that had been in private ... a master swordsmith of the Heian Period; a short sword made by a master craftsman of the ...

The traditional katana sword is fashioned only from the purest steel, which the Japanese call tamahagane ... up to 50 times more than ordinary steel made using modern methods.

Japanese swords are called "metal made art." The once lost techniques used to make them prior to the 16th century are now on the verge of rediscovery. Ancient swords such as this tachi displayed ...

Japanese swords have always been more than just weapons ... Each sword is a unique artwork, and one that is made to be admired as you would a painting. As sheets of steel are folded into each ...

NARA--Some of the finest swords of Japan’s feudal age are now on show ... interest because it is believed to be the prototype of “katana” swords worn by samurai warriors at the waist during ...

The new MRG-B2000JS honors the Jyuroku-Maru: San, the Japanese katana sword commissioned by Casio for the MR-G line of timepieces, embodying the strength and beauty of this one-of-a-kind sword. This ...