Modern Japanese Swords and Swordsmiths
Subtitle: From 1868 to the Present
Publisher: Kodansha International
Published: December 17, 2002
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 222
ISBN-13: 9784770019622
Subjects: Militaria, arms & armour; 20th century; c 1800 to c 1900; Asian; Antiques & Collectibles; Art & Art Instruction; Antiques/Collectibles; Japan; Firearms & Weapons; Military - Weapons; Antiques & Collectibles / Firearms & Weapons
First sentence: The term Gokaden is one of the most basic words used to describe various types of swords not only by connoisseurs but also with a general interest in the Japanese sword.