The Beauty of Japanese Swords: Famous Masterpieces
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12 episodes
1. A Most Elegant WeaponThis time, one of the "five greatest swords under heaven": Mikazuki Munechika.CC5minJan 26, 2024
2. The Japanese AestheticThis time, a perfect distillation of craftsmanship: Gunchomon Hyogo-gusari no Tachi.CC5minJan 27, 2024
3. A Demon-cutting SwordThis time, Yasutsuna, or Onikirimaru, a blade that was used to defeat a terrible demon.CC5minJan 27, 2024
4. Cutting-edge PatternsThis time, a powerful weapon with a beautiful hamon: Daihannya Nagamitsu.CC5minJan 28, 2024
5. Steel Works of ArtThis time, a blade wielded by Miyamoto Musashi, the world's most famous swordsman: Musashi Masamune.CC5minJan 29, 2024
6. The Power of a GodThis time, a sword made by Kuniyuki that is imbued with the power of the deity Fudo-myo-o.CC5minJan 29, 2024
7. Invocatory CarvingsThis time, Hotei Kunihiro, a sword conveying a swordsmith's wish for peace.CC5minJan 29, 2024
8. A Shogun's TreasureThis time, a famous swordsmith's blade that was cherished by the shoguns who ruled Edo-period Japan.CC5minJan 29, 2024
9. A Colossal SwordThis time, Odachi, a giant sword that showcases a swordsmith's astonishing expertise.CC5minJan 30, 2024
10. Naginata-wielding HeroesThis time, two naginata (polearms) associated with legendary warriors: Benkei and Tomoe Gozen.CC5minJan 30, 2024
11. The Sword of SincerityThis time, Izumi no Kami Kanesada, the much-loved sword of Hijikata Toshizo, the "Shogun's last samurai."CC5minJan 30, 2024
12. The Strategist's BladeThis time, two towering reputations are brought together in one truly special blade: Kaishu Kotetsu.CC5minJan 31, 2024
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