
Nihonto - Epochs of antique samurai swords from Japan
Epochs of Japanese history in relation to samurai and their swords The interesting history of the Japanese sword naturally also includes the general epochs of Japanese history.
In our Japan-Budo Wiki you will find useful information and specialised knowledge about Iaito, Nihonto and other products that you can buy in our online shop.
To keep things clear, we have divided the information into
Iaito: Here you will find information about the Japanese Iaito. The training sword used in the Japanese martial arts.
Nihonto: Here you will find information about the real Japanese sword, whether antique tachi or modern katana.
General information: Here you will find general information that does not belong to the previously mentioned categories. A typical example would be: "How do I find the right hakama size?"

Epochs of Japanese history in relation to samurai and their swords The interesting history of the Japanese sword naturally also includes the general epochs of Japanese history.
