Translated by Stephen Comee (2 results)

SIGNED. Working manuscript signed to Janine Pommy Vega but signed here to "Vega: with best wishes and the poet's signature. This is number 38 of 77 copies from Tokyo. In its original mailing envelope addressed to Janine Pommy Vega.

Soft Cover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First English Edition. As new in dust jacket. "In this book master swordsmith Kunihira Kawachi introduces through beautiful color photographs examples of swords that he has created or restored. Questions and answers covering many aspects of sword culture are followed by a thorough chapter teaching how to care for and appreciate Japanese swords, and a discussion of the many legends surrounding the swords of the most famous swordsmen in Japanese history. A central section illustrates the tools and techniques for making Japanese swords with more than 50 color and monochrome photos. Finally, a chapter of essays presenting the lives and opinions of those involved in sword making in Japan today is followed by appendixes listing such useful information as the best museums in which to view fine sword collections around the world. This modest book is packed with information of use to all connoisseurs and collectors of Japanese swords, as well as anyone interested in Japanese metal crafts or martial culture.".…