Katana Info

Introduction  There are many parts of a katana, and it can be confusing for those who are new to this piece of art. It's easy to get lost in all the terminology, for Japanese katana, basically there is a specific name for every detail. so we've put together a guide of the most commonly seen terminologies to help you understand what these words mean....

The katana, also known as samurai sword, is a curved, single edged long sword. It’s a famous Japanese weapon and plays a huge role in Japanese culture, Katana represent the soul of a samurai. Compare with other famous weapons around the world, Katana has very unique character, It’s a deadly weapon and it’s also an aesthetic piece of art. It’s many collector’s dream to...

If you are unfamiliar with the art of Tameshigiri, it refers to the cutting tests against different objects with a Japanese Katana sword. The Tameshigiri has been in practice in Japan for a long time and is still widely practiced in the country and worldwide. Tameshigiri has a long and rich history, we will try to cover as much as possible about this centuries-old...

The Art Of Drawing A Katana Katana is a Japanese blade in use during the feudal period of Japan by samurai. It has seen a return in popularization due to pop culture influences such as films, cartoons, and other popular media. Many martial art dojos are also seen using these Katanas and teaching individuals how to use them properly. There are different and complex...

How To Maintain A Katana? A heritage of Japanese history, the Katana is one of the most well-known swords in the world. It is mostly owned by martial arts enthusiasts with a knack for collecting swords. The katana generally has a single-edged curved blade made of high-carbon steel that can rust over time.  Given that it is not a cheap investment, knowing how to maintain...