Hello everyone, thank you for downloading Catalogue 24.

I just finished reading a book I wish I had read years ago. Then again, perhaps it would not have resonated with me as it does at this stage of my life.

The book is called The War of Art by Steven Pressfield. In a nutshell the author dissects the inner barriers to one’s personal creativity. We are all born with our own unique genius. “Resistance,” as he writes, lies between the life we live and the unlived life within us.

The warrior and the artist live by the same code of necessity, which dictates that the battle with resistance must be fought anew every day. And it’s this commitment that marks the difference in successful people.

I’ve touched upon this subject in my 7 Points to Consider when Choosing Your Japanese Sword article — whereby it’s the personal commitment that I admire in my clients regardless of their chosen profession.

Whether you are a pilot, a physician, an entrepreneur, an artist, or a member of the Armed Forces, the Japanese sword stands for the unwavering commitment towards personal growth and our responsibility to adding positive value in this world.

The Japanese sword is a symbol of a warrior. To overcome resistance. To become a professional. To love. To serve. To be committed. To make this world a better place for our children.

Good swords are made by smiths who were passionate about their work. There is an energy with them as there is an energy burning within us. A quality Japanese sword ignites a fire within our very core and becomes an inspirational piece of history that spurs us on.

Modern-day warriors understand this and will fight resistance to the end. I’m going to do this or die trying. If you want a book about the Japanese sword, read this book. May the ongoing battle towards positive personal and community growth continue in your life.

I’m incredibly proud of this catalogue. We have nine swords from almost every major era of Japanese sword making — from a beautiful tachi from the golden Kamakura period, to the fighting Nambokucho and Late Muromachi periods, to the Momoyama renaissance. There are also swords from the early Shintô period, the Shinshintô (Late Edo period), and even a brilliant gendaitô from 1974. A number of introductory videos were made showcasing the swords — enjoy!

Thank you to all who have joined our VIP email list and to the many who claimed swords in Tokyo via a private meeting. Contact us at service@uniquejapan.com for all enquiries.

Feel the history and create your history.

Warm regards,