The Hon´ami were the official sword appraisers and polishers of the shogunate. Besides that, they also issued origami appraisals for blades. This book provides an overview of the different lineages of the Hon´ami, introduces individual family representatives, and also deals with their works, the practice of origami, sword appraisal, and much more.

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ISBN 978-3-8448-0777-6, Paperback, 21,8 x 15,4 x 1,2 cm, 140 pages

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