jdawg221 Posted November 2, 2022 Report Share Posted November 2, 2022 Hello, I'm a college student who is relatively new to Japanese swords and martial arts(2 years). Have 11 years experience in Tangsoodo, 1.5 years in kendo, and only around half a year in yagyu shinkage ryu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toryu2020 Posted November 2, 2022 Report Share Posted November 2, 2022 Welcome! -t Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b.hennick Posted November 2, 2022 Report Share Posted November 2, 2022 Welcome J you will find quite a few martial arts guys here. Tom who just replied to your post is one of them - me too. There is a lot to learn; the search function will help you find information on many topics. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlphaRaider Posted November 5, 2022 Report Share Posted November 5, 2022 Hello Everyone, My name is Jonathan, Im a prior service Marine Corps Veteran. I served between 2007 & 2014. I served during OIF & OEF and deployed to the 5th fleet AO and to 3rd fleet AO. During my time in the fleet I deployed to 14 countries. I served with 1st Battalion 4Th Marines as an 0311 Infantry Rifleman and was a Team Leader with 1st platoon "Alpha Raider's". I also served with Marine Barracks 8th & I with a Presidential Security Forces contract and served with 3rd Platoon Bravo Company as a Fire Team Leader. I was apart of the fly away team, preformed ceremonial marching duties for over 360 full honor funerals, Ted Kennedys Response, Honor Guard duties at the White House, Arlington National Cemetery, The Pentagon. I also preformed on multiple parades, inaugurations, arrivals and special charity events during that time. After I left the military I began a carrier doing private contracting with a protection group who worked in conjunction with the Marijuana Enforcement Division and got to guard and protect one 26 different dispensaries, grow houses and MIPS facilities. I also worked with a company specializing in high threat security for foreign parties and music events. In todays current world I manage a tactical store and do social media for the company my best friend owns. I get to travel to a lot of trade shows and gun shows across the nation. I teach medical training and instruct in firearms training classes as well. For now life is good. My outside of work passion is photography and video, I used to collect high end Microtech automatic knifes but I have since moved them to start my sword journey. I have been collecting now for about 5 months and I currently have 6 live blade sword, 2 are Nihonto and 2 are handmade bokken. If you have a question or if you have advice for a new guy send me a msg. Thanks, J. Hoff 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted November 5, 2022 Report Share Posted November 5, 2022 Welcome Jonathan, quite the CV there! Thanks for your service. You will find we have more than a few ex .mil here, including many Marines. Also, many of us into militaria, guns and knives. I have about 12 or so Microtechs, just for giggles. Enjoy your time here. I think you will find lotsa guys willing to assist with your journey. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b.hennick Posted November 5, 2022 Report Share Posted November 5, 2022 Welcome Jonathan! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ncarolinasailor Posted November 11, 2022 Report Share Posted November 11, 2022 Greetings. I am in eastern NC and am very new to Nihonto with a little experience in Kendo and Iaido. If anyone has a must read for the complete beginner please pass it along as there isn’t much going on locally around here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toryu2020 Posted November 11, 2022 Report Share Posted November 11, 2022 Jeff - welcome Use the search function you'll find lots of good stuff like this list... -tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franco D Posted November 11, 2022 Report Share Posted November 11, 2022 3 hours ago, Ncarolinasailor said: must read for the complete beginner please pass it along https://www.militaria.co.za/nmb/files/file/36-collecting-nihontō-–-what-how-and-who/ The Craft of the Japanese Sword Yamanaka's Newsletters Revised http://www.ncjsc.org/ncjsc_publications.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas Anderson Posted November 11, 2022 Report Share Posted November 11, 2022 Welcome from PL. Raja Yoga and Prana Bindu master. Nippon & Tokugawa fanatic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ncarolinasailor Posted November 11, 2022 Report Share Posted November 11, 2022 15 hours ago, Franco D said: https://www.militaria.co.za/nmb/files/file/36-collecting-nihontō-–-what-how-and-who/ The Craft of the Japanese Sword Yamanaka's Newsletters Revised http://www.ncjsc.org/ncjsc_publications.htm The Craft of the Japanese Sword was actually the book I found when I was a kid that started a life-long fascination of swords and smithing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinoko Suzuki Posted December 5, 2022 Report Share Posted December 5, 2022 I am a Japanese person and I am researching the preservation, utilisation and exhibition of Japanese swords and sword implements exported abroad. I am a Japanese person and I am researching the preservation, utilisation and exhibition of Japanese swords and sword accessories that were exported abroad. At the moment I am researching mainly in Europe. I have about 20 Japanese swords, but I am not a specialist compared to others. I am only interested in two subjects: what is the current situation of exported Japanese swords and sword fittings and how they got out of the country. Firstly, there are six or so periods when Japanese swords were exported: 10th-13th century (Japan-Song trade), 17th-19th (Nagasaki Dutch trade), Meiji era, post-World War II, 1960s-1980s to the present. The history of these exported Japanese swords should be summarised to identify trends. Secondly, if we could learn about them and make use of them in a database, we would be able to create a large global network of Japanese swords. This would clarify the whereabouts of Japanese swords that have been lost, and would enable the utilisation of swords that have been lying dormant in storage and warehouses, as well as further research. We are currently considering methods to build such a network. My background is that when I was a student, I researched the situation of Japanese swords in the UK with the help of the Sainsbury Institute for the Study of Japanese Arts and Cultures (SISJAC) in the UK. I assessed Japanese swords at the British Museum, the V&A, the Royal Armouries and the National Museum of Scotland as much as I could. However, I am not good at English, and although I can listen in everyday conversation, it is difficult to speak English, so I was not able to study at UEA, partly due to Corona, but I will definitely study there in the future. I am now doing my research on my own. I am looking for someone who can help me with my research and be my friend by using translation tools. The information I would like to have is, for example, information on which museums have Japanese swords on display or in their collections, information on British private collections traded at Christie's, Sotheby's, etc., and information on private collectors' collections in Europe. If you would like, we would also like to hear about how you acquired them. I would like to make friends with people of all nationalities. I would be very grateful if you could help me. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bridges Posted December 10, 2022 Report Share Posted December 10, 2022 Good evening all, I’ve posted a few times and somehow managed to miss this thread! I’m new to collecting Japanese nihintos and as of now, I’m sticking to military blades made in 20th century Japan. So although several of these blades aren’t technically traditional nihontos, I love the history! Looking forward to being able to learn from everyone here and get opinions on blades! I’m located in SC/NC so if anyone knows of good sword shops to frequent let me know! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davont Posted December 18, 2022 Report Share Posted December 18, 2022 Good morning all, I'm an Aussie with a small but slowly growing Nihonto collection from several periods, and found your forum while doing some blade research. I am pretty much a novice, and I'm looking forward to learning a lot more about Nihonto from your community. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken-Hawaii Posted December 18, 2022 Report Share Posted December 18, 2022 Welcome aboard, David! You'll find us to be a friendly bunch, so feel free to ask questions. And share your collection with us, too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted December 18, 2022 Report Share Posted December 18, 2022 Welcome Dave, think you'll find we have a large Aussie community here. Enjoy yourself and hope you gain something from the forum. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blinks711 Posted January 9, 2023 Report Share Posted January 9, 2023 Thanks for providing this forum and allowing me the opportunity to join. I must say this forum is truly a wealth of information and an invaluable resource for collectors and historians. In the short time I have been a lurker I have collected a trove of valuable insights and information. I appreciate the overall helpful attitude here and the more civil discourse in relation to typical forums. You all should be proud of this as it is a rarity in this day and age. Looking forward to learning more and hopefully adding to the knowledge base down the road. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken-Hawaii Posted January 9, 2023 Report Share Posted January 9, 2023 Welcome aboard, Brian. The depth of information on NMB is encyclopedic, & you can almost always drill down to get more clarity on a topic. Seems there's always some member who has done whatever you're looking for. Don't forget to check out the Izakaya - right now, cats are a big topic, & there are always bad jokes, when you need a laugh. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b.hennick Posted January 9, 2023 Report Share Posted January 9, 2023 Welcome Brian! You took a good approach by lurking and getting a feel for this house of knowledgeable friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rafuino Posted January 25, 2023 Report Share Posted January 25, 2023 Hi, everyone! I just submitted my first post in the Nihonto board, but I noticed this thread and thought I'd stop by to introduce myself. I'm Andrew, based in San Francisco. I studied Japanese heavily in college and a few years post graduation, and spent ~1 year there studying abroad in for an internship. I've never really used my Japanese knowledge for work, but it's provided so many great opportunities to make friends and have interesting experiences when visiting Japan the few times I've been able to over the past ~15 years or so. I've been interested passingly in Japanese swords but the interest became tangible when I inherited a sword from my grandfather who worked with Japanese companies as part of his work in the auto industry. He received the sword from a business associate, and it's been passed to me, so I want to learn how to authenticate and care for it. I can see myself getting into further collecting, but first and foremost, I want to protect this great gift I've been given. I lurked on the forum intensively for the past few days after I heard about it, and I'm happy to participate as I learn more from the many experts here. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugyotsuji Posted January 25, 2023 Report Share Posted January 25, 2023 Welcome Andrew! You’ve come to the right place. Take your time and feel free to engage with people. Mostly friendly folk here… 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franco D Posted January 25, 2023 Report Share Posted January 25, 2023 3 hours ago, Rafuino said: I've been interested passingly in Japanese swords but the interest became tangible when I inherited a sword from my grandfather who worked with Japanese companies as part of his work in the auto industry. He received the sword from a business associate, and it's been passed to me, so I want to learn how to authenticate and care for it. I can see myself getting into further collecting, but first and foremost, I want to protect this great gift I've been given. I lurked on the forum intensively for the past few days after I heard about it, and I'm happy to participate as I learn more from the many experts here. Welcome! You couldn't ask for a richer nihonto surrounding than San Francisco here in the States. http://www.ncjsc.org/ http://www.nihontocraft.com/Jimmy_Hayashi_Sword_Polisher.html Regards, 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toryu2020 Posted January 25, 2023 Report Share Posted January 25, 2023 Andrew - welcome! You would be welcome at any of our meetings and our members can help you get in touch with local artisans that can help with your restoration/preservation. Tom 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckaiserca Posted January 25, 2023 Report Share Posted January 25, 2023 Andrew, welcome to NMB. You have found the right place to learn! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rafuino Posted January 25, 2023 Report Share Posted January 25, 2023 Thank you for the kind welcome, Franco, Tom, and Charles! Franco, the interview with Jimmy Hayashi is incredibly interesting. Tom, I knew I recognized your name from the NCJSC site. I'd love to attend next month's meeting since I just missed this month's! I can literally walk to the cultural center (though probably shouldn't with a sword in hand!). Charles, I definitely found a great community here, I can tell! Looking forward to learning more from and with you all. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toryu2020 Posted January 25, 2023 Report Share Posted January 25, 2023 Andrew - A lot depends on which end of Webster you're coming from! That said there is always parking in the Jtown garage... -t Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rafuino Posted January 26, 2023 Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 Tom — Very good point. I think I’m coming from the wrong side of the tracks! It looks like the sword I have is a forgery based on the input I’ve received in the forum, but I’ll still consider joining as a member so I can attend next month’s meeting. -Andrew Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toryu2020 Posted January 26, 2023 Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 You and your sword will be welcome - please bring it along and don't feel you have to join just to attend. -t 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehk Posted February 6, 2023 Report Share Posted February 6, 2023 Welcome to the forum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shuko Posted March 15, 2023 Report Share Posted March 15, 2023 Hello fellow collectors, Have always had a Japanese thing (feeling of a past life in Japan) and my father bought me a few Nihonto when I was about 9 years old. Never damaged them but never knew how to preserve them either so they were wrapped up and kept in a dry place in my wardrobe. Now I have had the time to add a few items to my modest collection and have been busy reading books etc to understand a bit more before buying a few more bare blades. Over the past 40 years I was playing igo (go) and Western chess. Now it is sword time Happy to be here and learn, especially about tanto blades which are my favourite. Clive Sydney, Australia 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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