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 ...

One of the warlords appearing in the Samurai exhibition is Oda Nobunaga, whose quest to unify Japan in the 16th century inspired Nobunaga’s Ambition, a long-running video-game. Nagoya Castle ,where he ...

The traditional katana sword is fashioned only from the purest steel, which the Japanese call tamahagane ("jewel steel"). Over three days and three nights, smelters using ancient techniques shovel ...

A magnificent exhibition reveals how these fearsome warriors lived on, long after their fighting days were over ...

Samurai at the British Museum: A triumph of style, sophistication and sword porn - 4/5 Samurai is a blockbuster show which shows the intellectual, refined side of the Samurai, as well as their flair f ...