What is Nakago? There is a line that runs between the blade’s edge area and the ridge area. Between this line and the bottom of the blade (the area hidden inside the sheath) is called nakago (tang). The nakago is...
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.