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How Samurai Swords Can Add To Your Décor
Whether you are a collector or just want to add something to your décor there are many different displays of Samurai 
swords. Some can be displayed on the wall or on a table top.
Samurai swords can come in displays of single, dual, and triplicate blades. Take a little time to review the possibilities for the future.
One Great Addition To Any Collection Is Samurai Swords
The Japanese Samurai warrior was one of the most potent weapons that Japan has had in its past. These warriors were 
proficient with knives and swords as well as bow and arrows from horseback.
Japanese Samurai swords can be a great addition to anyone’s collection. Weather it be a three piece set of the Tanto, Wakizashi, and Katana sword set, or a more specialized sword, Samurai swords will make a great addition to any collection.
Japanese Samurai Swords For Any Collection
The Japanese Samurai had many different weapons at their disposal. They used everything from knives and daggers to 
other throwing weapons, and a variety of swords and other weapons and tools.
There was a famous Japanese Samurai swordsman, Miyamoto Musashi, who started young and built a lasting reputation. The sword named after him is the Red Musashi Shirasaya (”long sword with wooden scabbard”) handmade FULL TANG sword, and is a great addition to your other Japanese Samurai swords.
Samurai Weapons Make For A Great Addition To Any Collection
The Samurai was an effective and feared part of the Japanese military. The main weapon for the Samurai was the famous katana sword, but they also used long bows, spears, or the halberd ( a two handed pole weapon).
Some collectible Samurai weapons include the katana sword as well as two shorter swords, all with an oriental styled stand to display them. They make a great addition to any collection, even your own.
The Japanese Samurai Niginata Weapon
The Japanese Samurai had many various knives, swords, and other weapons that they were very successful with. One of weapons was the Niginata.
Unlike the Samurai swords, this was about 63 inches long, with a long shaft and a curved, sharp, carbon steel blade over 20 inches long. The Niginata weapon unscrewed to form two pieces for easy transport and it was a very effective weapon in battle.
The Beauty Of The Japanese Samurai Swords
The three piece set of a katana Samurai sword set is made of blades called a Katana, Wakizashi, and the Tanto. They are each of varying lengths and were used in different situations.
The three sword sets of Japanese Samurai swords were decorated with intricate detail and were colorful. With a rack to hold all three blades they make a great addition to any collection.
The Qualities Of Handmade Samurai Swords
The country of Japan has been making quality blades for many years. Their handmade Samurai swords and other weapons can be works of art.
These swords were usually very sharp and had two handed handles, and it had full tang blades that added strength to the weapon. These weapons are an appreciative addition to any ones collections.
Samurai Sword Of The Immortals
Samurai weapons have always included the thoughts of oriental history and mystery. It can make you think of Ninjas and stealth missions.
The Samurai sword of the immortals was actually three different length blades, which were used for different purposes. The longest was the Katana which was used for outdoor combat, followed by the Wakizashi, about 12 to 24 inches that was more useful indoors. The smallest is called a Tanto and is usually used as a backup weapon.
Swords Of The Rising Sun
There are three types of swords that have been used for fighting and self defense throughout history in Japan. The first type of sword is known as the katana, and is often referred to as a “samurai sword.” Any curved Japanese sword may be called a katana. Most quality katana swords are more than 60-centimeters long. The appearance of a katana is slender, curved, has a circular or squared guard and a single-edged blade.
The nodachi is another sword native to Japan. Nodachis are large, two-handed swords. Translated into English, nodachi means “field sword.” These swords were used by foot soldiers and were used in battles during wartime.
Tachis are Japanese swords that are curved and a bit longer than katanas. Often times, tachis would be hung from the belts of a warrior. These swords were around 70-centimeters long and usually used by cavalry soldiers.
Some Facts About Ancient Japanese Samurai Swords
Many different types of weapons were created and developed by the Japanese. One of the more recognized weapons was the samurai swords.
The ancient Japanese samurai swords usually came in three different sizes, to be used in the appropriate situation. They were the Katana, the Wakizashi, and the Tanto, with the lengths from longer to shorter.