Bushido

武士道

THE BIRTH OF THE KATANA

カタナの誕生カタナの

Katanas are a type of Japanese sword that appeared around 1400. They were a new style of sword developed from the older “tachi”.

The earliest origins of katana can be traced 1300 years back. The first Japanese swords were variations of the Chinese jian (chokuto). But during the early Heian period around 700A.D., the precursor to the katana began to take shape.

カタナの影響

The influence of the katana on Japanese culture

Katanas are a type of Japanese sword that appeared around 1400. They were a new style of sword developed from the older “tachi”. Katanas are a type of Japanese sword that appeared around 1400. They were a new style of sword developed from the older “tachi”. Katanas are a type of Japanese sword that appeared around 1400. They were a new style of sword developed from the older “tachi”.

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KATANA AND MANGA

刀とマンガ

Katanas have a strong influence in manga and anime. Many of them feature characters who use katanas , often with exaggerated and stylized designs.

Katanas represent the influence of manga and anime on Japanese culture. They are not only artistic objects, but also symbols of the cultural importance of manga and anime.