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The Complete Anatomy of a Katana Blade - Nihontopedia
From kissaki to nakago - a complete guide to every part of a Japanese katana blade. Learn about hamon, shinogi, yokote, boshi, and the artistry behind each detail. -
The Anatomy of a Samurai Katana: A Complete Guide to Its Parts
The Anatomy of a Samurai Katana: A Complete Guide to Its Parts For centuries, the Japanese Samurai sword, or Katana, has been revered not just as ...