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JAPANESE SWORD ARTICLES

The articles are the product of numerous contributing authors. The material and opinions expressed in these articles are the sole responsibility of the authors. Thanks to all who have contributed to the study of Nihonto.


VARIOUS TOPICS

Swords of the 47 Ronin

Styles of Swords and Koshirae

History and Styles of Tanto

Advice for New Collectors

Sugata: Blade Shape Changes Over Time

The Tanto of General Tojo Hideki

A Sword Named "White Cloud"

NBTHK Sword Making Competitions

Sword Blade Niku


SCHOOLS OF SWORD MAKING

The Miyairi School of Swordsmiths

Characteristics of Mino-Den Swordsmiths

Characteristics of Bizen-Den Swordsmiths

The Mishina School of Swordsmiths

The Kashu Kanewaka School

The Goban Kaji and Masamune Jittetsu


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