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Handmade Japanese swords, also known as Samurai Swords or Katanas, are becoming more popular for martial arts enthusiasts, interior decorators, and collectors alike. This article will cover some of the terminology you may want to know about your Katana.
The Japanese Katana can be broken down into two main categories: I) the sword blade and II) the sword mountings.
I) Major Parts of the Samurai Sword Blade:
Boshi: tempered line in the Kissaki (point)
Ha: cutting edge
Hada: grain in steel / pattern of fold in the steel
Ha-machi: notch at the beginning of the cutting edge
Hamon: tempered pattern along the blade edge
Hi: groove engraved on the Shinogiji
Kissaki: point of the blade
Mei: sword smith's signature
Mekugi-ana: tand hole for the Mekugi (bamboo pegs)
Mune: back ridge of the sword blade
Mune-machi: notch at the start of the Mune
Nakago: sword tang
Shinogi: ridgeline of the blade
Shinogi-ji: blade flat between the Mune and Shinogi
Yasuri-me: file marks on the Nakago
Yokote: line dividing the Kissaki from the rest of the blade
II) Major Parts of the Samurai Sword Mounts:
Fuchi: collar on the hilt
Habaki: metal collar used to secure the blade into the scabbard
Ito: silk or cotton hilt wrapping (braid)
Kashira: sword buttcap or Pommel
Koiguchi: the mouth of the scabbard or its fitting
Kojiri: tip of the scabbard
Kurikata: knob with slot for attaching the Sageo (cord)
Mekugi: sword pegs, typically made of bamboo
Menuki: hilt ornaments
Sageo: cord used to tie the Saya to the belt or sash
Same: rayskin used for the Tsuka (handle) covering
Saya: sword scabbard
Seppa: washers or spacers between the Tsuba and Koiguchi, Tsuba, and Fuchi
Shitodome: metal fitting inside the Kurikata
Tsuba: sword guard between the handle and blade used to protect the hand
Tsuka: sword handle
Now that you know the proper names for most of the major parts of a Japanese Samurai Sword please see our other articles on Proper Sword Care/Maintenance and the Proper way to Disassemble/Reassemble a handmade sword.
Always use extra care when handling a handmade samurai sword. Most swords of this type will have a sharp blade and could cause injury if proper precautions are not taken. Like with most sharp objects the blade should always face away from you and never at anyone else. Remember what your parents told you when you were young? Never run with scissors! Don't play with sharp objects! The same principals should be applied when handling a sword as well. A handmade sword is not a toy and not intended for anyone under the age of 18. Be smart and be safe.
To learn more about Handmade Japanese Katanas or to purchase a Samurai Sword click the link or visit Battle Gear Inc.
Jamie Hopkins
Battle Gear Inc
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Noh – A Japanese Musical Drama
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Nogaku, Noh or No, is a type of Japanese musical dramas. Its roots can be traced to the Sarugaku, the Chinese Nuo Theater. The actors and musicians of Noh never practice or rehearse together. Each of them practices the movement, dances and songs separately under a senior tutor.
The traditional kagura stages are the inspiration of the traditional Noh Theater stages. Hinoki or Japanese cypress wood is the architecture material used commonly. There are four pillars to support the roof. They are placed according to some directions and each have a particular name. Shite-bashira is the back left pillar and is the point for shite to sit or stand. Waki-bashira is the front right pillar used by Waki as the point of performance. Fue-bashira is the back right corner and used by the flute player. Metsuke-bashira is the pillar which Shite faces and is also known as the looking-pillar.
Shite, waki, kyogen and hayashi are the four categories that Noh performers can be divided into. Shite or the doers are the original character of the drama. He is first a human being or Maeshite and then plays the role of a ghost or Nochijite. Tsure is the friend acquaintance of Shite. Waki is the villain and obstructs the path of Shite. Wakizure is the friend of Waki. Kyogen performs Aikyogen during the breaks in the play. Hayashis plays the four instruments of Noh, which are flute or Fue, stick drum or Taiko, hip drum or Okawa Otsuzumi and shoulder drum or Kotsuzumi. The chorus comprises of nearly eight people and is known as Jiutai. The helpers are known as Koken.
The stories of Noh drama can be divided into five categories broadly, although there are different types of division. They are Kami Mono, Shura Mono, Katsura Mono, Kiri No and miscellaneous plays. The timing of these plays can range between thirty minutes to two hours. Kami mono also known as Waki No depicts the Shite as a human in the beginning and later on taking the form of deity and usually has some mythological story based on some god. Shura mono or Asura No, shows the Shite playing the character of ghost first and then later playing the role of warrior and recreating the scene of his death. In katsura mono or Onna Mono, a woman plays the Shite character that dances and sings very beautifully. Kiri No or Oni Mono shows Shite in the form of a devil, monster or goblin. Under the miscellaneous plays, Onryo Mono or mischievous ghosts plays Genzai Mono or everyday plays, and Kyoran Mono or madness plays are included.
The styles can be divided into Geki Noh style and Furyu Noh style. Geki Noh are plays involving acting and along with which action is involved. Fruyu Noh are the plays involving dancing and singing only. There are different types of mood in Noh theater art. Mugen Noh involve supernatural characters such as ghosts, demons, and deities. Story keeps juggling between the past, present, and future. Genzai Noh portrays the travails of day to day life.
The costumes are very heavily worked and are designed according to the role played by the actor wearing it. Like serpents have consecutive triangles like the scales. The costume of the Shite is made up of expensive work of silk or brocade. The chorus and instrumentalists wear the formal Montsuki Kimono with the Hakama or shirt. The helpers wear completely black outfits. Masks are worn while playing characters of gods, demons, animals, or even a female played by a man. Shite wears a mask usually. All the characters have a hand fan while on stage. They either carry it in hand or in their pocket. The drama is still very popular in Japan and continues to attract more and more people towards it mainly due it's interesting style and characterization.Visit here now http://britainsgottalentvideos.blogspot.com
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where can I buy second-hand japanese clothing/fabric?
looking for reasonably priced used Japanese fabric that can be recycled to make new garments. Especially interested in silk kimono fabric. Many people sell re-claimed kimono fabric on ebay but it is already unpicked and ready for use. I am prepared to do the hard work to get a better price.
looking for online stores or in Australia
if u live in toront ... or happen to visit go to pacific mall B-) or order online
Chinese opera debuts at Towson's Many Moons Festival
The daylong celebration of Asian arts includes performances on six stages and food from seven Asian cultures. When the Chu San Chinese Opera Institute bows at the Many Moons Festival on Sunday, audience members will be able to tell the personalities of the characters on stage simply by looking into their faces.
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