Kendo is more than a sport, it is a way of life. Practitioners must learn how to control their emotions, remain calm under ...

Swordsmiths handcraft authentic Japanese Samurai Swords, especially antiques, using traditional techniques passed down many generations. These swords cost upwards of $3,000, and their value lies in ...

Japanese swords are called "metal made art." The once lost techniques used to make them prior to the 16th century are now on the verge of rediscovery. Ancient swords such as this tachi displayed ...

Emphasising self-defence rather than victory, Japan's youngest martial art brings both new and veteran ... the legendary Japanese sword, at arm's length. The tips of the sticks crossed each ...

Each sword is carefully shaped, heated, hammered, and quenched to perfection, resulting in a weapon that is not only a symbol of strength and honor but also a work of art, embodying centuries of ...

According to the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco ... “The discovery of this Japanese short sword in the heart of Berlin has revealed yet again what treasures remain hidden beneath the streets ...

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