With his “Pocky Blade,” Japanese artist is the Sharpest Sweet Tooth in the East
In 1999, Japanese food manufacturer Ezaki Glico Co., Ltd., known for their stick-shaped snacks Pocky and Pretz, chose the date November 11th to promote their…
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Japanese hobbyist’s stunning “carbon blades” combine sword & lightsaber in futuristic designs
Japanese hobbyist 泡の海 awa no umi (@awanoumi2) works in a company selling FRP (fiber-reinforced plastic) materials. In his spare time, he uses the skills he’s…
‘Ryūseitō’: The Story of A Meteor Sword Christened by ‘The Last Samurai’ Takeaki Enomoto
“Do you know about Ryūseitō?” asked Kuniichi Takami, 48, as he slowly took out a dagger, otherwise known as tantō (短刀, literally short sword). Hiroyuki…
Cardboard craftsman recreates life-sized Demon Slayer katana in every detail—and you can too
Tsukuru-san is one Japanese craftsman that exemplifies the notion that good craftsmanship knows no medium. He gained popularity by recreating weapons from popular anime and…
The Role of the Japanese Sword in Noh and Kyogen
Paul Martin, for JAPAN Forward Someone once said that studying the Japanese sword is one of the quickest ways to get a profound understanding of…
Historical Japanese Sword ‘Kotetsu Katana of Kondo Isami’ Discovered
(Paul Martin, for JAPAN Forward) After more than 250 years of rule, the Tokugawa government’s power had begun to wane. The Japanese people had been…
Artist crafts stunning pencil lead Buster Sword to celebrate FF7 Remake release
As much of the gaming world is excitedly strolling down RPG memory lane with the Final Fantasy VII Remake, Japanese Twitter user and pencil lead…
The Best Themed Cafes in Tokyo and Its Vicinity
It seems that there are always new themed cafes popping up somewhere in Tokyo these days, from cafes where you can play with animals, to…
Japanese Jet Pack Samurai Engage in Airborne Sword Fight in Viral Video
If you’ve ever thought the mid-air sword fights in video games and anime were pushing the boundaries of plausability, you’ve obviously never seen this ‘future…
Experience Samurai Sword and Archery Demonstration at Sakura Castle Park
If you’re a fan of samurai, traditional Japanese martial arts and Japanese castles, and you happen to be visiting or living in Japan right now,…
Cut Through The Competition With a Business Card Forged From “Samurai Sword” Steel
The ancient art of Japanese swordsmithing is famous for its sophistication, its labor-intensiveness, and the unparalleled strength and durability of the swords painstakingly made in…
Crafty Mom Made Her Son A Zelda Sword And Shield Out Of Perler Beads
If you grew up with a knack for arts and crafts, chances are you’ve made — or at least had a friend who made —…
Isao Machii Sets 6th World Record For Most Sword Cuts In One Minute
Being a holder of one world record might be enough for some people, but not Japanese martial arts expert Isao Machii. With five Guinness World…
Authentic Katana Paper Knives Will Make You Feel Like A Sword-Swinging Samurai
It’s a common dream for Japanese history buffs to want to display an authentic katana in their homes, but as many are also aware, traditional…
Japanese Martial Arts Masters Demonstrate A Battle Of Katana vs. Chain-Sickle
Katanas are usually what comes to mind at the mention of a traditional Japanese weapon, but history has left us with another weapon that is…