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Katana Kissaki Guide — The Tip That Defines the...
The kissaki is the most technically demanding part of the katana. Learn kissaki types (ko, chu, o), the yokote, boshi patterns, and how to evaluate quality.
Katana Kissaki Guide — The Tip That Defines the...
The kissaki is the most technically demanding part of the katana. Learn kissaki types (ko, chu, o), the yokote, boshi patterns, and how to evaluate quality.
Katana Hada Guide — The Grain Pattern of Folded...
The hada is the visible grain pattern of a folded steel katana — a record of the steel's journey through the forge. Learn hada types, how to see them, and...
Katana Hada Guide — The Grain Pattern of Folded...
The hada is the visible grain pattern of a folded steel katana — a record of the steel's journey through the forge. Learn hada types, how to see them, and...
Katana Habaki Guide — The Blade Collar That Hol...
The habaki is the most functionally critical fitting of the katana. Learn its function, materials, designs, and why proper fit is essential for blade safety and preservation.
Katana Habaki Guide — The Blade Collar That Hol...
The habaki is the most functionally critical fitting of the katana. Learn its function, materials, designs, and why proper fit is essential for blade safety and preservation.
Katana Polishing Guide — From Basic Maintenance...
Katana polishing from basic uchiko maintenance to full traditional polish. Learn the stages, home maintenance techniques, and when to seek professional polishing.
Katana Polishing Guide — From Basic Maintenance...
Katana polishing from basic uchiko maintenance to full traditional polish. Learn the stages, home maintenance techniques, and when to seek professional polishing.
Katana vs Viking Sword — Eastern Precision vs N...
Katana vs Viking sword — two great warrior traditions compared. Design, steel, combat philosophy, and the surprising cultural parallels between samurai and Norse warriors.
Katana vs Viking Sword — Eastern Precision vs N...
Katana vs Viking sword — two great warrior traditions compared. Design, steel, combat philosophy, and the surprising cultural parallels between samurai and Norse warriors.
Katana in Video Games — The Most Iconic Sword M...
The most iconic katana moments in video game history — Ghost of Tsushima, Sekiro, Dark Souls, Nioh, and Final Fantasy. How gaming brought the katana to new audiences worldwide.
Katana in Video Games — The Most Iconic Sword M...
The most iconic katana moments in video game history — Ghost of Tsushima, Sekiro, Dark Souls, Nioh, and Final Fantasy. How gaming brought the katana to new audiences worldwide.