Explore the rich history and exquisite craftsmanship behind Japan's legendary sword. Find out why the Katana remains an iconic symbol admired by enthusiasts around the world. Join this channel to get ...

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 ...

Rating: 8/10 "The Last Samurai" (2003) All samurai carry katana. When going outside, they carry two swords. Inside rooms they would carry a short katana like the one I'm holding, called a tanto.