Samurai Sword
The Samurai's sword was more than just a weapon, it became part of their soul. The blade had become an extension for some and symbolized centuries worth vengeance in others' eyes as they cut down all those who crossed them or were simply not strong enough to withstand this warrior’s power.
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A samurai is only alive when he holds his katana, wazikashi, tanto, or odachi between his hands; its presence can be felt throughout every inch if him - like oxygen breathes life into the body... His very identity depends on having one at hand because without it - what does mastery really mean?
The Samurai are the military ruling class of Japan for more than 600 years. They even rose to become the highest-ruling social caste during Edo period (1603–1867). The early term "uruwashii" loosely meaning poet-swordsmen in Japanese, these warriors were both intellectual and strong swordsman who protected their country's legacy through history with honor until modern times when they served as personal bodyguards or advisors for emperors.
Due to their rank, the Samurai could to wear two swords at once and had a very elaborate armor. Wearing two swords, they mainly used a katana or tachi in tandem with a wakizashi. One curved blade alons with another straight blade was the standard. These are all the kinds of Samurai swords and blades we can re-create for you:
- Katana
- Tachi
- Wakizashi
- Odachi/Nodachi
- Tanto/Kanto
- Shirasaya
With all these different kind of swords, you can be sure to ressuscitate the spirit of the Samurai within yourself... You can bring back their glory in modern days.
Speaking of modern days...
Iaido, kenjutsu, iaijutsu, ninjutsu, and kendo are only a few of the martial disciplines that use original samurai blades.
