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famous ninjas

Famous Ninjas

Discover the 11 Most Famous Shinobis of Feudal Japan. From Famous Real-Life Ninjas to Famous Ninjas from Japanese Folklore.

iaito sword

Iaito

An Iaito (居合刀) is a Japanese practice sword that is primarily used for the training of Iaido and other traditional Japanese sword arts.

Tameshigiri bamboo

Tameshigiri

In this post, we're taking a deep dive into the enigmatic art of Tameshigiri, the venerable Japanese discipline of test cutting.

Goro Nyudo Masamune

Masamune

Masamune was a Japanese blacksmith of the Kamakura era. Discover the incredible story of this legendary katana smith.

muramasa cursed swords

Muramasa

Who was the man behind the legendary Muramasa swords? Let's explore the mysterious life and craft of Muramasa, the renowned Japanese swordsmith

why are katanas curved

Why are katanas curved

One of the most distinctive features of the katana is its curve. But why are katana curved?