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...
Forgeries continue to be made in every country at every age, and they will never disappear. The same is true in the world of Japanese swords. When buying or selling a Japanese sword, whether it is a genuine or a...
This is a great little book. It is aimed at beginners to the field but there are still bits of information that seasoned connoisseurs will appreciates. It has an accessible written style and excellent diagrams of features that I’ve never understood or seen such as ‘yo’ and ‘choji ashi’. Highly recommended book.
The Katana I purchased from Tozando is magnificent. It is a work of art. I am deeply grateful for the excellent customer service I received and the beautiful blade.