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Table of Content What Does Katana Mean? Names of Different Types of Katanas What Does Katana Mean? Katana means Japanese sword, The word Katana is synonymous with swords in Japan. When the natives say Katana, they just mean sword. Specifically, the word Katana means the traditional curved Japanese sword with a cutting edge on one side. here is the breakdown of how to pronounce Katana correctly:Kah: The first...

How to Sharpen a Katana? Each authentic Katana has a rich and intriguing background, making them highly sought after by collectors. These rare and exquisite swords can cost thousands or even millions of dollars since they are an integral element of Japanese culture. The legend of Katanas is known by many. However, how to sharpen a katana is not something most are familiar with. ...

Table of Content How Sharp Are Katanas? Understanding The Sharpness Of Your Katana Role Of Material And Forging In The Sharpness Of A Katana Tameshigiri- The Ancient Art of Testing Katanas How Sharp Are Katanas?  The sharpness of Katanas is mythic. You probably remember a scene or two from Samurai movies where shocked villains find themselves sliced in half in the blink of an...

How Much Does A Katana Cost? The popularity of the katana, in general, has been on the rise in the West since WWII. Pop culture has also done wonders for the katana’s popularity in the past few decades. All that popularity means many people would like to own one if given the chance. But it gets pretty tricky when you try to buy a...

Naginata 薙刀, looks basically like a katana with long handle, is actually one of famous weapon in Japanese history. It's a pole weapon, but it is often be seen as something primarily practiced by women. However, the Naginata was a preferred long-handled weapon used by Samurai during the Nanboku-cho period, a time of civil war that divided Japan for half a century. In this article, we...