The supreme treasure of the Date family, “Taiko Kane Sadamune” is seen!
The history of the Japanese sword is long, dating back to the mid-Heian period. For almost 1,000 years, the beauty and brilliance of Japanese swords have captured the hearts of people, and they have been cherished not only as weapons but also as treasures. Even today, they are widely recognized as supreme works of iron art both in Japan and around the world. In recent years, Japanese swords have been attracting attention as works of art in various media, including the online game “Touken Ranbu on-line.
The beauty of Japanese swords lies in the details of the blade pattern and the base iron, and these minute changes are a major attraction of Japanese swords. The appreciation and study of swords began early, and many books on swords have been written, and technical terms have been used for a long time. However, many of these books are difficult to understand, which is a major hurdle for those who are just beginning to appreciate swords.
In order to help people of all ages and both sexes discover the beauty of Japanese swords, this exhibition will collect and display a number of famous swords, including the famous “Taiko Kane Sadamune” (Important Cultural Property), a treasure of the Date family, and provide easy-to-understand explanations of their highlights as well as introduce the depth and fascination of Japanese swords.