12.02.2026 • 28 Min.

#anime #swords #samurai In this fascinating episode, Hendrik and Carmen dive deep into the world of anime swords. Today, they show you why Japanese anime treats swords so differently from Western productions – and why it resonates so emotionally. From the historical chokutō of the Kofun period through the curved tachi of mounted samurai to completely oversized fantasy blades like the Dragon Slayer from Berserk: Discover how Japanese sword-crafting evolved and why anime creators use this tradition so brilliantly for modern storytelling. This episode explains the spiritual dimension of Japanese swords, samurai culture, and how series like Bleach, InuYasha, and Rurouni Kenshin turn the sword into a mirror of the soul. Particularly exciting: How Western myths like Excalibur are reinterpreted through Japanese eyes. We'd love to hear your comments! ? #katana #bleach #inuyasha #berserk #rurouni kenshin #anime history #samurai culture #sword craftsmanship --- Battle-Merchant: https://www.battlemerchant.com/en/ Battle-Merchant Blog: https://www.battlemerchant.com/en/blog/ Blog post for this episode: https://www.battlemerchant.com/en/blog/the-world-of-swords-in-anime-series TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@battlemerchant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/battlemerchant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/battlemerchant Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.de/battlemerchant/