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 can ...

Japanese sword-making begins with something as simple as sand but the process that follows is anything but simple. Masters heat, fold, purify, and shape the raw material under extreme temperatures ...

The Japanese sword, often epitomized by the katana, is more than just a weapon. It is a symbol of Japan’s rich cultural history, craftsmanship, and the ideals of the samurai who wielded it. Known for ...

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has shared a post of himself helping to make a sword. The tech boss enjoyed a masterclass with Japanese sword maker Akihira Kokaji. Zuckerberg is on a mini-tour in Asia and is ...

As you’ve probably noticed if you’ve spent much time checking out Gear Patrol’s knife coverage (and you should), lots of blades draw from classic Japanese sword shapes. The most common is the tanto, ...

NARA, Japan — They were once weapons of war. The most famous blades from Japan's rich history. Legendary swords that date back a thousand years or more. Travel across the country and you will see them ...