When you have trouble and you are at a loss,just look at a sword.A sword will encourage you.When you are angry and you have flown into a rage,just take a deep breath and look at a swordA sword will quietly ease your mind.Look at a sword, and touch a sword.

Japanese swords are beautiful.

  • Touch only the nakago (tang) when handling (never the blade).
  • Use only recommended tools as instructed.
  • Always keep the mune (spine of the sword) down when
    retrieving　from or inserting into the saya (sheath).
  • Remove old choji oil, then apply thin fresh coat regularly.
  • Never keep the tsuka (butt) pointing down.
  • Keep swords in a moisture-free environment.

Kanshoan Japan site