This site has graphic depictions of the details of blade structure as well as information on cutting test inscriptions. Durham's page with information on modern sword making in Japan. Nipponto - Italian dealer in antique Japanese swords, tsuba, bronzes. San Francisco Japanese Sword Society - Group for Japanese sword enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate Japanese culture, history, language, philosophy, and customs. Site relating to all areas of sword collecting and usage.
Site also has active discussion forums, classifieds and links.
Includes MPEG files of processes. The Token Society of Great Britain - An organisation in existence for over 30 years dedicated to the study and preservation of Japanese swords, fittings and armour. ToShoW - A Japanese sword database with over 10,000 listed smiths. A good collection inventory tool and aid in learning sword related kanji. Traditional Japanese Sword Polishing by Keith Larman - Site offering traditional polishing of modern made swords.