Fakes aren't just about antique swords A few days ago, a customer sent a message to Tozando along with images of a katana with an engraved signature, which he wanted to know if it was genuine or not. He had...

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What is Kanteisho? Kanteisho for Japanese swords is a proof of the sword's authenticity. There are various sword appraisal organizations in Japan, each of which has its own appraisal standards and methods, and their certification is based on a thorough...

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The Japanese sword is a weapon known as the soul of the samurai. Yet, many people, both in Japan and abroad, are fascinated by its beauty, making it different from other antiques. In particular, if you are a fan of Japanese...

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What are Japanese swords? Simply put, Japanese swords or katana are made by a unique Japanese blacksmithing method and are assumed to have been crafted in Japan, but a Japanese sword cannot merely be characterized as a weapon. It has...

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