5 Real KATANA Recommended by Kyoto's Most Famous Shop

[@LetsaskShogo]

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[@Kensh1D]

Love Yamamoto San at Tozando. Had a shinsakuto commissioned in 2017ish. Komiya Yasumitsu . Beefy mino den built for cutting and kata.

[@BelaskoTheNinja]

The gentleman says that the dragonfly is known as the winning insect because it only flies forward. But dragonflies can fly in all directions, even backwards. However, scientists have found that dragonflies have a success rate of 95% when hunting and are nature's most successful predator. So they're STILL the winning insect and I think this makes their image on a katana even more fitting!

[@vhntech]

I believe the term is a dragonfly flies in any direction faceward.

[@taiyoutamaki1872]

I think that if you have ever watched a dragonfly the reason for why they are winning insects becomes very clear. Maybe people just forgot the reason why but remembered that they are insects worthy of immense respect. Also the dragonfly not only is an amazing flying insect as well as hunter but has remained mostly unchanged for an insanely long time hinting that it is performing at maximum efficiency.

[@archnebulas]

This is amazing to think about because there’s they didn’t have such statistics back then

[@WhoKnowsMang]

@@vhntech no they have eyes like a fly, they don't move their head at all to fly backwards

[@Hp771989]

🤓🤓🤓🤓🤓🤓

[@vhntech]

You should be sponsored by the Japanese cultural affairs as you're doing a superb job on promoting the Japanese culture!! :) The Katana is one of its highest points, not only because of the ones that used it but mainly because of the ones that made it. Pure unbelievable craftsmanship. Blades with several centuries old are hypnotic. Honored is the one able to have a live & close view of a centuries old katana in pristine condition.

[@SENTINELA-X1J]

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[@basedsketch4133]

@@SENTINELA-X1J doesn't make it a bad video either find subtitles or watch again

[@jovanjayadi9077]

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[@deividbx]

They dont like those treasures to be taken out of Japan... so

[@killer0178]

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[@ren7a8ero]

The feeling of holding a katana and performing tameshigiri is unique. After learning about the sword and being presented by the correct people, who knows and respect the weapon, after learning the correct handling... cutting is like a crowning. I'm eager to back to training, and buying my own katana soon.

[@josephpreston4373]

I love how polite shogo is, most Japanese people I meet are this way and it’s delightful to see.

[@nicolelasher]

I am not a practitioner of any of the sword disciplines, but I found the dragonfly katana the most beautiful. I also agree with Criostoir that the symbolism is on point. The dragonfly is not physically the biggest or strongest being, but they are the most successful hunters.

[@potatolord9715]

I liked the gourd one.

[@geoffreyrichardson8738]

You should watch some vlogs on the manufacture of these fine blades. The wavy pattern is iron mud applied by the sword master in the annealing process towards the end of manufacturing. Some very nice blades, wish I could afford one.

[@garydell2023]

After watching your video about how they were made this video is helping me appreciate the sword better and it's use. Thank you Shogo-san

[@adamweaver6351]

This is a really considerate video idea, sharing your insights while you check out different sword and eventually pick one. I will enjoy seeing the absolute glee in your eyes and all the beautiful swords

[@christianwestby5368]

The level of reverence for the katana in your culture is incredible to think they have preserved these masterpieces for so long in impeccable condition is amazing such admiration for your culture i hope to one day visit

[@imraandesai1935]

A man soul extends in these swords it's very spiritual just amazing I wish to visit

[@woodsmansfinest3814]

13 years that I've been to tozando and explored katanga all around Japan... This is by far the best introduction on a journey to Katana shopping I've ever seen. Subarashikata!

[@rolandgdean]

So excited for you to finally be getting your own first REAL sword! I can't wait to see what you end up with. Congratulations buddy!

[@Erik_001]

I bought an iaito from Tozando a few months ago thanks to your videos. I'm looking forward to watching your journey.

[@charlesbduke7947]

As a metal smith, familiar with many alloys ,I am fascinated by the craft and metallurgy ,of the Japanese Knife and sword technology. They are the pinical of cutting art.

[@toxi87]

Thank you for letting us join you. I own one sharp katana and a few sharp European swords plus three European antique sabers I use for cutting and a one handed kyu gunto that I keep unsharpened.

[@galacticknight3058]

I've always wanted to get myself a Katana. I cant wait to travel to Japan!

[@vhntech]

You may buy one but won't be able to get one back home that easily.

[@galacticknight3058]

@@vhntech I know that. But does it also apply to blunt katana? Even if it wasn’t sharp?

[@FailedFlea93]

@@galacticknight3058 You could always try ordering one online.

[@j.p.9522]

These katanas are so pleasing.

[@sgtrock6213]

What an amazing experience to share Thank you...I look forward to the rest of your journey........

[@LeeQuesada-CoTGaming]

I pray one day I can afford to purchase a traditional Japanese katan and even have the chance to visit Japan personally, even with the risk of being a foreigner, it would surely be an honor to see the homeland of such historic practices as the Samurai. I wish to visit several other Martial Arts corresponding countries as well.

[@jacobharris954]

Same

[@analogalbacore7166]

Would feel great to swing that sword. I agree on the pick you made. Beautiful blade wow!!

[@paulasmith4561]

Great video, Katanas are beautiful, I had a Japanese neighbour in Australia who allowed me to hold her grandfather’s katana I was only 12 at the time I just loved it, it seemed so heavy and it was very old. I felt so honoured and lucky and have had that opportunity. Can’t wait to see part 2 and 3

[@axonator9026]

I would like to say thank you, thank you so very much for making this video as well all your other videos on all things considering Japan. I recently started a sword collection when I inherited a sword of my own, and my dream has been to own a true uchigatana for display and functional use. Because you made this video, I can find that dream katana through Tozando. Many thanks to you again Shogo!

[@cythonnaiilo7956]

instantly fell in love with the third one! what an amazing format you found! thanks alot for all your work, I enjoy your videos!

[@shawnhampton8503]

As an Iaido practitioner (Yamauchi-ha Muso Jikiden Eishin-ryu) I really really enjoyed this video. Our branch advocates longer and wider swords with very little sori, as were used in the Tosa region. I really look forward to visiting Tozando one day.

[@pierref2008]

I love the third one, the minimalism design is beautiful.

[@firstmatepegboot2589]

the third was really nice

[@clintlangley5562]

I just wanted to say I have been planning a trip to Japan for a long time, me and my best friend xzavion have been saving up for a while. Your content is amazing and I hope you continue posting about Japanese culture like this for a long time.

[@ramonjr-ca]

Wow i am impressed with those katanas and shop

[@elcuervo2941]

I love Japanese history and culture, the first Katana is beautiful and its design is splendid. I wish I could travel to Japan, excellent video. Greetings from Argentina

[@robertoromerro]

and they eat octopuses those where the females are gentle selfless mothers.

[@robertoromerro]

lots of animes are great and samurai artwork and ninja artwork are great too. the natural sights of the country are amazing.

[@bladimirbravo6650]

I'm super excited for this series!!!

[@Roman-bg8zb]

Very educated and extremely polite! I hope I can live one day, in Japan! I love your country and I respect your people!

[@masoudahmad4348]

I have always facinated by katana sword ever since i was young and i did have the opportunity to not only see the katana but, to hold one

[@RynFTW]

SHOGO! I just recently found your channel and watched several videos and instantly subscribed. Your sickness video just came up at the top of my recommended videos today. I was so worried I rushed to your main page to make sure you were still uploading. I hope and pray you've been finding a way to manage your sickness and it's been improving. You are so brilliantly positive and educational and dedicated to the message you are delivering in all of your videos. I hope you see this and know how appreciated you are and please, take care of yourself and your family first and foremost! You are an important person and I wish you all the best. Please take care~

[@simonkormendy849]

Hello Shogo, just want to say that Japanese people are some of my favorite people, I actually met someone from Japan quite a few years ago, he was a very nice person, I also have an English-translated copy of The Hagakure ( The Art Of The Samurai) by Yamamoto Tsunetomo, as well as an English-translated copy of the Gorin No Sho (Book of five rings) by Miyamoto Musashi, I found both books to be fascinating to read.

[@abdulhalabi3716]

It is such a pleasure to witness your passion,care,respect and ultimate reverance for such a thing of beauty! Thank you for bringing such a down to earth and selfless respect to traditions now being lost in this modern world. i for one am so happy that i found your channel,Shogo Sensei,oh and not to forget the excellant camera work by Madame Tomoko. love from Aus.👌❤

[@yelawolf3627]

Wow love and respect from Syria

[@gelatosamurai]

Thank you so much. I look forward to part two.

[@hellman9655]

What beautiful pieces of art. Looking forward to this series.

[@raydrexler5868]

Number four gave me goosebumps. Like someone walked across my grave.

[@wilowhisp]

Fantastic video! I can't wait to watch the rest of this series.

[@TheJimtanker]

I would be SO nervous about dropping one. What a great experience.

[@arizo_samurai노빡구]

My choice would've been the first one as well! Hope you find your katana soon! For $6,000 price tag, though, I would definitely not be cutting anything with it. It will go straight to the wall for display!

[@TTMS-Khaz-kun]

Amazing video! I absolutely adore katanas and I really wish to own few or several. This was great and informative! I think I will keep this store in mind. Especially if you can even buy internationally!

[@WRATH1]

the fourth katana just stole my heart away. the wave pattern was amazing

[@ImStayGold42]

My only fear would be scuffing up the blade or worse during tamishigeri. That's an expensive work of art & getting it polished/re-sharpened isn't cheap either. Great video, thank you! 🙇‍♂️

[@riviere6273]

Not much of a concern for something like a mat. I’ve managed to damage blades on cement walls though… Please don’t ask, let’s just say it was a beginner’s mistake. すみません刃。

[@markfergerson2145]

@ObsoleteVodka It's not just how hard you strike, it's also what you strike. Bamboo is not wood, it is a grass. That maters because like all grasses it derives its strength from its high biosilicate content. That is hard as glass, harder than most carbon steels. Enough mat cutting will definitely scuff up any steel blade. That's why I quit using bamboo cutting boards for preparing food- they damage a knife's edge more than wood does.

[@ImStayGold42]

It doesn't take much to scratch or scuff polished iron or steel, guys. Look closely at the katana that you own & you'll see abrasions from left from simply drawing it from the saya. 🤷‍♂️

[@wilowhisp]

All my swords get light scratches in the finish from tatami cutting. It's something you have to live with. To fully restore the finish you have to polish the whole blade. I find that if I try to re-polish just part of the blade it never blends in perfectly.

[@crli4353]

@ObsoleteVodka This is just not true, im not sure why you would say such a thing, since its obviously a presumption based on no experience. Tatami mats will absolutely leave marks on a polished blade. This is why those of us who practice will often times have blades put into a "cutting" polish vs an "art" polish. However, there are other factors to consider. Dry tatami will be more abrasive than wet and the number of mats rolled into one target will also make a difference. That being said, none of the blades he looked at are significant in value and none were in "full" polish. The cost of these blades were in the $6000 range; the cost for a culturally significant blade in full polish can easily be 3-16 times that cost.

[@pahorang]

The Dragon Fly, great choice.

[@saiien2]

Beautiful swords. Personaly I like the first one the most too. Very nice colour of the handle and the blade was perfect in my opinion.

[@geraldbeck8644]

Very nice swords....I study Iaido as well...beautiful just beautiful

[@stephaniemusick171]

All the Katana you examined were gorgeous. I have to agree with you n your choice of the Tonbo themed Katana. I have always admired Katana with Tonbo themed Koshirae. I will be edified to see what Katana you finally choose at the end of your search.

[@michaelweymouth4015]

Great idea for a series Shogo. All mine are display toys and your show will help me find a real Tachi/Katana one day soon. どうもありがとうございます

[@ronporter9411]

I will be returning to Tozando on the 23rd so my friends can view and purchase a Katana. It would be great to meet you in your quest to purchase your Katana

[@JAB6322]

It was great to see you revisit Tozando again and use the same katana from that last video. Hope you'll find your ideal katana for battodo!

[@whushaw]

My uncle is fascinated by the Japanese Sumari and Katanas. When I visit I will bring him back a gift of his very own Katana!

[@darnelljones8038]

Wish I could own one. I respect the craftsmanship so much.

[@chaithamie8406]

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[@edenzero8064]

Best video yet! Very cool and informative Brother Shogo!

[@alan_maz]

So amazing! The last part is very important for the foreigner. When I went in a sword shop in Tokyo, I was amazed for the real ones, but unfortunately, besides the price, there are a lot of hindrances to transport to another country. I got a replica which barely fit my suitcase.

[@joshm3484]

The hamon is a result of the heat treatment. Most western swords and modern knife blades are quenched after the steel is heated past the point that it is no longer magnetic, making the steel very hard, but also very brittle, somewhat like glass. It will then be heated again at a much lower temperature, generally around 400-600 degrees Fahrenheit (lower for knives, higher for swords), then quenched a second time, or more commonly allowed to air cool. This slightly softens the steel, making it much less brittle, more flexible, and less likely to break under stress. Traditionally, katana were coated in clay along the spine of the sword, then quenched at a high temperature. This allowed the blade edge to cool very quickly, and remain hard but brittle, while the spine of the blade cooled more slowly, making it less hard and less brittle, so less likely to break under stress. The visible hamon is the result of the different properties the steel takes as a result of the different rate at which it cools, with the blade edge consisting primarily of hard and brittle martensite, and the spine and core of the blade consisting of softer pearlite. The pattern of the hamon can be controlled by the manner in which the clay was applied or removed. As an aside, this was primarily responsible for the profile of the katana. When quenched, the blade edge would cool and contract first, making a "forward bending" or concave blade, but as the spine of the blade cooled, it would pull the blade back into the rearward curving or convex shape it would have when fully cooled. Bare in mind, this process is actually very fast, occurring in only the few seconds when the hot blade is first submerged into water or oil.

[@sonnysaragena2389]

I like how it's shine while it's filming just like in anime drawing their swords

[@TheQuestionmarkstudi]

So for those curious, and I looked it up, the swords he was looking at ranged around 5000-6000 USD, but looked it up, and real shinken can go up to $30,000+ USD. Thus, not only should you know the culture and history behind the katana to respect it, but also know it is an investment.

[@micahcampa]

these are real shinken just not high end ones like you said made by master smiths these are just basic nihonto

[@TONEDEAFSOUND]

@@micahcampaand they’re so cool it’s also cool buying these because you support living smiths

[@roypaulcarter4654]

The first one is nice I really like the falling rain pattern on the habaki

[@rever1691]

I really like the process of buying katana, because it's not focused on sales alone, but they value each of it as a natural treasure and also with respect to it's swordsmiths/craftsmen.

[@anubisdragon8119]

I absolutely love that 4th sword, the one forged by Kanehide. A Showa wartime era Gendaito?

[@na1elias587]

How can anyone make such a amazing piece of art

[@annina134]

Aaww, dragonflies are beautiful! 💜 I would be there like a kid in a candy shop. 😅 So nice katanas you got to see there, Shogo!

[@ditchgator1]

Exactly the instruction that was hoped for😎👍 The Dragonfly is a great choice... However, am looking forward to what the next assortment of Katana will be😎👍 Thank you fo this series😎👍 😎👍❤🖖

[@nippon2003]

Im not only shocked by how pretty they look but also the fact that the first katana is almost at the price of my dad’s car… Love Japan from Turkey

[@W4ABN]

Very exciting. Nice you were able to take one to the garden. I would love to learn to use the sword.

[@SuperShinkazu]

I LOVE your channel!

[@jmeda1966]

Great video, thank you for sharing this wonderful experience with us.

[@KrAUSerMike]

Hi Shogo, in your previous video you explained there were many kinds of wraps on the handle. I'd like to see a video of katana you find with as many different wrap styles and what differences (if any) they make to the user.

[@sunriserise7015]

I like Japanese swords very much, and the craftsmanship of excellence is even more impressive! I really want to have a Japanese sword of my own!

[@flightfan206]

Great video on the process of picking and purchasing a Katana. Looking forward to the next shops you will be visiting.

[@MercenaryJames]

My biggest concern would be blemishing or damaging the blade during cutting. Not just because of the price, but because of all the work that goes into them. But this is really fun and exciting to see you looking for your very own sword!

[@fallenstudent1103]

The polisher needs to work too.

[@matiasdelatorreoverton3612]

Yeah, by that point they are more luxury items. If you want to practice cutting, go for a low carbon steel reproduction such as 1045 or 1060. They usually aren't too expensive and with care would last you enough to practice until you can buy a new one.

[@dimitrisglynos6808]

The dragonfly, is the Best!! It has the right length and width for multy purpose katana. And the colorand fitings are great!!! 😁

[@theelordpyro]

Great choice! The dragonfly was my favorite as well. So looking forward to the next shop!

[@calicobagels]

THE KATANAS LOOK SO COOOOOOOOOOL!

[@narwhakun]

Man this video was incredible, thank you so much for making these! I hope you make more like this in the near future, I always learn so much from them

[@thomaswhite2802]

I don’t think I could leave without purchasing, I would have been to tempted, I liked the third and 5th with heavy Niku

[@gianandreagiacoma]

Nice video! I visited this beautiful shop two and a half years ago. Fantastic experience.

[@godzila70]

Dragonflies can actually fly backwards as skillfully as they fly forwards. They can even fly upside among other things. Maybe the dragonflies on the first katana represent Skill or Skillful Victory rather that just winning. Beautiful katana though.

[@ernestyang1197]

Thank you for this video!

[@-Ennui-]

Omg I love that we get to see this process!

[@skateordie9718]

This video is sick dude. Greetings from Greece!!!

[@erichusayn]

So wish there were places like that in the US. All we can do is buy online and hope for the best.

[@nautilus6663]

I Knew it!.Eric is everywhere;) Greets from the crusader:) Second channel Here.....

[@apocalypticangel3256]

Beautiful Blade! Great video Thanks For Sharing!😉

[@sunriserise7015]

Japanese swords can see the indomitable spirit of the Japanese. Japan is a very tenacious and brave nation. like their culture.

[@randyward1985]

Wow I live in Canada and those swords are a whopping $6000+!!!! That's crazy!!! No wonder it's the first one you bought at those prices.

[@matthewjay660]

Shogo-kun, I really want a naginata. Katana 3 called to me, but Katana 4’s hamon are gorgeous.

[@Verwilderd]

Very interesting. I’d love to purchase a katana and very neat that you can purchase something with some history behind it as well.

[@InnerTriggerer]

To be honest, Your channel make me fall in love with Kanata. and now I determined that I will get one someday and The Kanata MUST made in Japan ONLY. I will never glace my eyes on non-Japan Kanata-like sword again. Thank you for Inspire and Inform me and give me passion on the Katana

[@celphalonred1999]

Swords are better made elsewhere however, but your choice🙂

[@matthewtaylor808]

It’s called a Katana

[@InnerTriggerer]

@@matthewtaylor808 obviously, Sherlock

[@matthewtaylor808]

@@InnerTriggerer what is a Kanata then

[@InnerTriggerer]

@@matthewtaylor808 except idiots, anyone with normal functioning brain can tell that it is typo.

[@erccdang]

The sheen on those blades is so pretty

[@johnphilipdesesto4159]

Can't wait for the next part of this series.

[@ebolalink2268]

This is so cool wish I could have a katana that would be cool

[@fm0363]

Seeing you wearing something other than kimono is so unusual, but the video is great as always ty!

[@Aaaaduuu]

All of them were very cool

[@AlexiaofHorus]

I respect Japan the most out of all nations everything they make is deadly but is also a work of art for example the Katana some of these swords and armors are hundreds of years old and still in superb condition absolutely stunning and beautiful.

[@hritesh7]

Deadly! I didn't got it can you list some example except katana?

[@AlexiaofHorus]

@@hritesh7 Their jets, tanks, ships, firearms, and technological advantage

[@daisyrosario3438]

Excellent video Shogo!

[@JesseWrangell]

To not only be able to have a strong cultural and ancestral connection to the land you live on, but the ability to go into a shop and buy a part of it's history. That's just mind blowing to me. I am a white Australian, so any historical artefacts I could own from this country wouldn't feel right for me to own. Especially since the aboriginal people basically only ever needed wooden tools and equipment, so what we do have left is very rare.

[@AxilRod72]

That was great thanks, makes me want to visit all the more.