The Beauty of Japanese Swords

6:23 PM to 6:28 PM

Friday 2 January

Admired since ancient times for their beauty, Japanese swords are amazing works of art - this time, two naginata (polearms) associated with legendary warriors: Benkei and Tomoe Gozen.

The Beauty of Japanese Swords airs on NHK World - Japan at 6:23 PM, Friday 2 January.

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