The traditional ... forms the sword's outer shell and deadly blade, while the tough steel serves as the katana's core. This perfect balance of properties is what made the katana the samurai's ...

Japanese sword making is a tradition that goes back centuries, and one that's carried on to this day. Each sword take dedication, skill and can take over 18 months to create. The resulting blades ...

In a bid to reduce knife crime the government have announced that they are banning another bladed article this year; Ninja ...

These female samurai in anime excel in combat, be it through perfect technique, exceptional abilities, or sheer force of will ...

the officials sharpened the blades to honor the traditional ceremony of shrine building. When the blade was cleaned, the ...