Journey Through the Five Traditions of Japanese Swords: Yamashiro (English)
Product Description
This comprehensive English-language guidebook explores the master swords of the five sacred traditions that have preserved the art of Japanese swordsmithing across generations. Through carefully curated examples of famed blades, it offers clear explanations of their history, techniques, and aesthetic qualities for readers worldwide.
Special focus is given to the allure of the Yamashiro swordsmiths, whose work is renowned as the most elegant and refined among these schools. Written by Japan’s foremost authority on swords and based on a long-selling classic, this edition presents expert insight in an accessible format for international enthusiasts, collectors, and students of Japanese culture.
Description
Product Description
This comprehensive English-language guidebook explores the master swords of the five sacred traditions that have preserved the art of Japanese swordsmithing across generations. Through carefully curated examples of famed blades, it offers clear explanations of their history, techniques, and aesthetic qualities for readers worldwide.
Special focus is given to the allure of the Yamashiro swordsmiths, whose work is renowned as the most elegant and refined among these schools. Written by Japan’s foremost authority on swords and based on a long-selling classic, this edition presents expert insight in an accessible format for international enthusiasts, collectors, and students of Japanese culture.
