EXIF info:
Nikon Df
Lens: 24-70mm F/2.8G
Focal Length: 29mm
Aperture: F/7.1
Shutter Speed: 1/40s
ISO Sensitivity: ISO 3200
Japanese blade
The uniqueness of the Japanese blade comes from both the unique creation process and the material used, a type of steel specific to Japan called Tamahagane. Thus, the blade is made with a combination of two types of steel, having a hard cutting edge wrapped by a softer core that creates a flexible back.
Japanese sword, Hirosaki Castle, Hirosaki