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Katana is one of the most renowned and symbolic types of Japanese swords. It typically features a long, slightly curved, single-edged blade. Throughout history, it has held great significance both as a weapon of war and as a cultural symbol. During the Edo period (1603–1868) especially, the katana became the primary weapon of the samurai class and emerged as one of the most important examples of Japanese craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibility.History of the Katana1. Early Period and Kofun Perio

Samurai constituted one of the fundamental elements of Japan’s military, political, and social structure over a period of approximately eight centuries. The term “samurai” is derived from the Japanese verb “saburau,” meaning “to serve,” reflecting this class’s loyalty to supreme authority and their sense of duty. Initially emerging as aristocratic warriors, the samurai gradually became a class of fighters in the service of feudal lords, particularly increasing their political influence during th