Collecting information. With articles on foundries, exhibitions, swordsmiths, appraisal, purchasing, maintenance and other subjects.
Collection of articles specializing in sword hand guards (Tsuba), with bibliography, questions and answers, glossary and links.
Nihon Token Hozon Kai (NTHK) has form for joining the organization, sword of the month exhibit, meeting schedule and links.
New York Token Kai, includes information on joining the club, meetings and newsletters.
List of locations housing collections of nihonto in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom and rest of Europe. Includes links to each location.
Photo collection of famous swords (meito), history, swordmaking, hand guard collections, bibliography. Some items for sale.
Information on japanese "big, thick" swords, with a photo gallery.
specializing on fittings and related accessories, contains a database of items and links to books, dvds and auctions.
Comprehensive listing of hard to find books on Japanese swords and fittings, with pictures of covers.
Articles by Dr. Takeuchi on historical and social relevance and meaning of nihonto, its use, care and crafting.
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