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Yet, at our store, we provide Kacchu that is replicated to the finest detail with no comprise. The traditional Japanese armor, known as the “Kacchu”, is made up of a large number of parts with intricate braiding, and it takes a large amount of time and tremendous skill to complete. Japanese Armor (modern replica)Īt Tozando Shogoin Store, we have on display and for sale not only swords by modern replicas of Japanese armor. So please do not hesitate to make an inquiry. We can also make single parts at a reasonable price, Parts of antique value, but modern sword parts made by modern swordsmiths thatįit nicely on the blade. The sheath), and the sheath are all highly popular, and can even be pricedĪt Tozando Shogoin, we keep not only sword Handguard, the hilt, the cope iron, the pommel, the kozuka (knife attached to Swords, and the parts that make up the sword hold high value in themselves. Japanese swords are different from western They are popular due to their authenticity, high Particularly, the original Tozando iaito has received high acclaimįrom swordsmiths who are in charge of repairing swords that are classified as Nishijin, Kyoto, and the iaito made at the OEM factory in Seki City, Gifu Iaito may carry the dignity and density of real swords.ĭisplay and for sale the original iaito of Tozando made in the sword factory at Hilt are made of the same materials used in real swords, so some high quality ToĪllow players to pull out their sharp moves, the blade is made with alloy to This is the practice sword used in Iaido. Through our vast network so please do not hesitate to ask. Particular and you cannot find it in the store, we may be able to acquire it Modern swords that shine with modern jewels. Swords from tachi and uchigatana from Heian and Muromachi periods, as well as At Tozando Shogoin Store, we keep old swords of high antique value, and also modern real swords crafted meticulously by modern smiths to pass on Japanese traditional culture. As warfare progressed and firearms predominated so sword making diminished in importance.įar from having disappeared, this ancient Japanese tradition has caught the imagination of collectors, and good examples or rare swords can command dizzying sums at auction houses.These are called “shinken” (real swords). This marked a shift away from sword making as an art form. In 1400 AD, Japan broke into civil war and the need for swords became so great production didn't allow for the time to create fanciful weapons. The thick armor worn by the Mongols was too much of a match for the more delicate samurai swords, so a more sturdy, pointed sword was developed to have more penetrating force. The next turning point in the development of the Japanese sword was during the Mongol invasion in 1200 AD. When wearing armor soldiers would often carry a second smaller sword or dagger used for close combat. Swords were usually worn by hanging from the torso, but were later worn inside a belt. Fighting from horseback required that the curvature of the sword be exaggerated to facilitate a more efficient downward movement. They continued to be made for 500 years.ĭuring the Heian period, the use of horses on the battlefield ushered in a new phase in sword making. These Koto swords were characterized by having a curve close to the hilt. The earliest swords date back to the Jokoto period, and it was after this time that the Koto swords appeared, which are considered to be some of the finest examples or early Japanese sword making. Changes in warfare were largely responsible for the development of the sword leading to its eventual demise due to the introduction of guns as the weapon of choice. The first sword production appeared over a thousand years ago and developed into distinct categories over the centuries. In more recent times, modern day samurai movies have popularized the Japanese sword reigniting its mythical status as a symbol of virtue and heroism. Considered an art form, Japan has an illustrious history of sword making.