Let’s learn about Japanese Swords! 日本刀勉強会！by TKG-Sword Study Group

The Japanese Sword Study Group

Let’s learn about Japanese Swords! 日本刀勉強会！by TKG-Sword Study Group

We are focusing on the understanding the history and craft of the japanese sword (Nihonto) as a work of art.

In our study session we will provide you with the basic hands on knowledge to comfortably hold the sword while studying its features. You will learn the manners needed to look at Japanese swords in any Sword shop in Japan.

Furthermore you will learn the main characteristics and appreciation points for Nihonto, and also how to take care of the blade if you are thinking about owning one yourself.

Japanese swords cannot be studied behind the glass walls of museums! With us you will be able to look in details what can be seen and admired in Japanese swords.
So let’s make friends and study swords together.

Although the Japanese sword is also a sharp weapon, but there will be no activities using swords for cutting or the like in this group. Japanese swords have been preserved and appreciated for over 1000 years. Let’s learn how to look at them and properly take care of them so they can last another 1000 years! We aim to have a friendly, easy going atmosphere for beginners.

Location : Studio Green Waseda
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Date & Time: 22th February 2026; 13:30-15:30 P.M. JST

Note:
- Content will be in English, but we also speak Japanese !
- Identity verification is required, please bring your ID-card/Passport for verification.
- No Photos or video recording during session by participant, we will have a 10
minutes photo session at the end.
- We will use real katana, so safety is very important, we reserve the right to cancel the
session at any point if we notice any inappropriate behaviour. You are liable for your actions and any damage you might cause.
- This is not a cutting lesson!!! We will teach you how to hold and look at swords, you shall not try to cut anything with the sword.
- Do not bring your own sword. We will provide swords for viewing.

Fee 2000 JPY per person
1000 JPY for student in Japan (Please bring your Student card)