Links

 

Educational:

JSSUS.org: A great resource, in particular, the Kanji Pages.

Morikami.org: A must see museum and Japanese Gardens if in South Florida.

NBTHK-AB.org: The Nihon Bijutsu Token Hozon Kyokai (NBTHK) is the Society for the Preservation of Japanese Art Swords.

Nihontoclub.com: An excellent site, in particular, the Swordsmith Index.

Nihontomessageboard.com: A great resource and forum for the study of Japanese Swords.

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Sword Dealers and Restoration Services:

Legacyswords.com: Ted Tenold is a gifted sword polisher by any standard.  Also, an honest appraiser.

Nihonto.us: Andy Quirt is an excellent person to conduct business with.

Swordsofjapan.com: Ray Singer has fine swords and great information for the beginner and advanced collector.

Togishi.com: Bob Benson brings Bushido to sword collecting and offers full restoration services. He is extremely knowledgeable and offers sincere advice.

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Knife Dealers and Services:

Gunshinearms.com: The finest in Firearms, Knives and Accessories.  Class III Dealer.

Hereticknives.com: Continued excellence in knife making. Made in USA.

Modelandtool.com: Custom Tool Maker.  Has a ready supply of hard to find Microtech knife tools and bits.