Modern Japanese Swords and Swordsmiths

Modern Japanese Swords and Swordsmiths
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Publisher : Kodansha International
Total Pages : 244
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ISBN-13 : 4770019629
ISBN-10 : 9784770019622
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Book Synopsis Modern Japanese Swords and Swordsmiths by : Leon Kapp

Download or read book Modern Japanese Swords and Swordsmiths written by Leon Kapp and published by Kodansha International. This book was released on 2002 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive overview of the major events in the history of the contemporary Japanese sword and the work of many of the best smiths active today.


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