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Japanese Swords

Compare a selection of functional and ceremonial swords and why the style and shape changed over time.

Provided by Kyoto National Museum

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Lead funding for the Asian Art Museum’s TeachJapan is generously provided by The Japan Foundation Center for Global Partnership.
Additional support is provided by Susan and Kevin McCabe.

Teach Japan was created in collaboration with the following arts organizations: