[Set of 2] Japanese sword / Illustrated Japanese Sword Encyclopedia From JAPAN◎

Description: >> --> >> --> Description >> --> ☆ [With obi] Serious Kurosawa YuutaFirst edition published on April 20, 2008 by KobunshaContents (from the "BOOK" database)When people hold a real sword for the first time, regardless of age or gender, their eyes light up and their expressions are filled with joy. What is the appeal of a real sword that grabs hold of the most primitive and pure part of the human heart and never lets go? The author, who runs a dojo where people practice cutting Iaido, conveys the essence of the sword.☆ [With obi] Illustrated Japanese sword encyclopedia - A comprehensive guide to sword terminology from swords and fittings to swordsmiths and famous swords Edited by Rekishi Gunzo Editorial Department Cooperation: Ginza Choshuya8th edition published on April 6, 2012 by Gakken Publishing● There is discoloration in the upper left corner of the final page, page 340.Please check the 9th photo.Please purchase if you like.Apart from that it is in good condition.Contents (from the "BOOK" database)A glossary packed with illustrations and photographs, from the names of each part of a sword and sword fittings to appraisal terminology, swordsmiths, and legends of famous swords."table of contents"[Front insert] Structure and names of Uchigatana mountings and blades / Structure and names of decorative swords, Hyogo Kusari Tachi, and Itomaki Tachi[Frontispiece] Decoration of the scabbard / Types of straps / How to tie straps / Materials and techniques of metalworkChapter 1 Types of swords...Classification by sword shape/year of productionChapter 2 Types of Mounting (Exterior)... Mounting of Large Swords, Swords, and Tachi/Mounting of SwordsChapter 3 Names and expressions of each part...Structure and names of the blade and uchikatana mounting/Structure and names of tachi mountingChapter 4 Types of tsukuri and details of each part of the blade...tsukuri and appearance/curve/tip and bulge/nakago and nakagojim/file marks/inscription/ridge/groove/blade engraving/jigane/working of the jinchū/hamon/working of the ha/habaki/cap/yakidashiChapter 5 Details of each part of the sword mount...Types of handles/Types of decorations on the scabbard/Types of sageo and how to tie them/Types of tsuba and their structures/Kozuka, Kogai, Menuki and Fuchi-gashira/Materials and decorative techniques for metalworkChapter 6: The Actual Process of Sword Making...Swordsmiths and Craftsmen/The Sword Making ProcessChapter 7 Swordsmiths and Tsubasmiths...Five schools/The mastery of unsigned swords and various schools/Old swordsmiths/New swordsmiths/New new swordsmiths/Modern swordsmiths/Tsubasmiths and metalworkersChapter 8 Ranking, works, and appraisal... Ranking, works/fakes, defectsChapter 9: Care and storage...Katana care/storage/cultural property protection, law, certificationChapter 10 Words, idioms, and proverbs related to swords...Basic terms/idioms and proverbsChapter 11: Legend of the Famous Swords[Appendix] Old country name map Payment We only accept PayPal payments. Please pay within 10 days after auction is finished. Term of Sale Money back guarantee within 30 days if returned by customer. We offer 30 days money back guarantee for defective products. However the buyer must pay money for returning it back to us. About Us A specialty shop offering a wide variety of carefully selected Japanese brand items. Unless marked "used" all of our inventory is brand new, so you can feel confident about your purchase. Even if you think to yourself, "But the item I want is only available in Japan.", make sure to consult with us before giving up hope. We will look for and suggest the best products on your behalf. International Buyers - Please Note Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up - do not confuse them for additional shipping charges.

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