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Einblicke in das Wissen über japanische Schwerter und die Kultur
An overview of the growing subscription and membership models in the Japanese sword industry, covering monthly plans, digital content distribution, and appreciation communities, along with their impact on collector purchasing behavior.
An examination of the large-scale confiscation and dispersal of swords during the Winter and Summer Campaigns of Osaka (1614–1615), followed by the Tokugawa shogunate's reorganization of the sword trade after the fall of the Toyotomi clan.
The existence of foreign swordsmiths from Europe and Asia who have come to Japan and obtained official Japanese swordsmithing certification (Agency for Cultural Affairs-approved swordsmith) is a symbolic example of internationalization in the sword industry. This article examines the realities of their training across language and cultural barriers, their post-certification independence, workshop management, and relationship with the Japanese swordsmith community.
The 1588 Sword Hunt was not merely a disarmament decree but a historic industry restructuring that fundamentally transformed the distribution, production, and ownership structure of Japanese swords. This article analyzes its impact on swordsmiths, sword dealers, and the warrior class from an economic and social history perspective.
The Genpei War (1180–1185) was Japan's first prolonged nationwide internal conflict. This article analyzes in detail the impact of the war on sword demand and craftsmen migration, from the perspective of the supply side—sword forgers and blade makers.
A guide to Kyoto's major sword-related shrines and temples, covering Awata Shrine, Fujinomori Shrine, Kenkun Shrine, Kitano Tenmangu, Toyokuni Shrine, and Daikakuji.
Tracing the history and techniques of iron sand mining, the source of tamahagane used in Japanese swords, from ancient tatara ironmaking to the modern Nittoho tatara. Includes a scientific explanation of the iron sand collection, beneficiation, and smelting processes, as well as the current supply tightness in 2026.
A guide to shrine and temple sword treasuries across Japan, covering Isonokami Shrine (Nanatsusaya no Tachi), Kashima Shrine, Oyamazumi Shrine, Shitennoji Temple, and more.
America, Germany, Taiwan. The current state of Japanese sword collection culture overseas.
Sendai domain smiths, Date clan swords, modern events — introducing TOUKENZA's hometown.
Kenshin ichinyo (the sword and zen as one). Exploring the spirit of zen that breathes in the creation and appreciation of the Japanese sword.
Classification by blade length. Tachi vs katana, wakizashi vs tanto boundaries, and how to choose.
