Forums

This forum is a place to ask general questions about the technical functions of this site eg. How to change your personal look of the forum, avatar help, uploading pics, how to modify your signature, etc.

For the discussion of all topics related to Nihonto, collecting, the Samurai, Japanese Art or Japanese history that are not covered below.

Post requests for Nihonto-related translation assistance here. Please be patient with requests.

For the Discussion of eBay and other Online Sale and Auction Items or Sellers.

For the Discussion of Genuine Traditionally-Made Japanese Swords

For the Discussion of Genuine Japanese Tsuba and Fittings

For the discussion of Japanese armor and related subjects

For the discussion and identification of non-traditionally made Japanese military swords 1876-1945

Discussion on Japanese matchlocks and early firearms

A place to archive all fake/reproduction Japanese swords for future reference. NOT for asking about your sword, but only to view and discuss VERIFIED fakes intended to deceive. A library for people to learn what to look out for.

For the Discussion of Other Japanese Traditional Arts Such as Pottery, Shodo, Ukiyo-e etc.

For the Discussion of Past, Present and Upcoming Shows and Events and for any Other Nihonto Community News such as Legislation Issues

Post your Nihonto items that you wish to sell or trade. For both commercial and private transactions and eBay listing notifications.

Post items that you are looking for.

Items that have previously sold and have been chosen to be archived