DAZAIFU, Fukuoka Prefecture--An outstanding collection of Japanese swords that had been ... inscribed with the signature of Sadatsuna, a master swordsmith of the Heian Period; a short sword ...

The Art of Hand-Forging: A Tradition of Mastery Crafting a hand-forged katana requires skill and dedication that span centuries. Master swordsmiths utilize traditional Japanese techniques passed down ...

Japanese sword ... worth thousands of dollars. Master Akihira has been making swords for 21 years. He was inspired by a sword made by the legendary 13th century swordsmith Masamune.

In this slide show, follow the steps that a master Japanese swordsmith takes today to craft what is arguably the most legendary of swords.—Rima Chaddha and Audrey Resutek ...

a master swordsmith in the Muromachi Period (1336-1573). Nakata started by visiting the Sano Art Museum in Mishima, Shizuoka Prefecture, known for its collection of Japanese swords. At a monthly ...