There is a moment in every serious kantei session when the appraiser asks to see the nakago. The blade's jihada and hamon have told their story; now the tang must confirm or complicate it. The first thing they look at...

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In Japan, in order to own a Japanese sword, each sword owner must hold and carry a registration card in accordance with the Firearms and Swords Control Law. This gives many people the impression that it is difficult to purchase...

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What is Iaito? Iaito is an imitation sword mainly used in iaido, with the blade made of zinc alloy. There are various types of swords, from high-grade ones like the serious ones to lightweight ones for beginners. In this article...

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In this article, we will explain in detail why now is the perfect time to acquire Japanese swords, especially katanas, as works of art, from three perspectives: exchange rates, market trends, and rarity. From how to choose Japanese swords whose...

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