Katsujinken, a Sword Arts Journal: Volume I: Premiere (Katsujiniken Magazine Book 1)

Katsujinken delivers insight and informative works for the discerning mixed edged weaponry practitioner among either Eastern or Western traditions. With an initial quarterly release, the magazine will be available in digital and print form. Katsujinken portrays artistic renderings concerning all facets of swordsmanship an aspiring edged weaponry connoisseur desires in a publication.

Representing the “Life Giving Sword” by its very title, Katsujinken introduces innovative themes where industry highlights are set against rich imagery. Readers benefit from well-balanced exchanges between modernism, historical perspective, and expert wisdom through featured silhouettes. Dojo reviews are combined with sensei messages and useful hotlinks. Training webinars are shared through entertaining videographies with leading-edge instructional pointers. Event schedules are listed both pre- and post-event for competitions and training. Additionally, member anecdotes and stories are shared. The magazine provides well-seasoned multiculturalism with traveler highlights for international practitioner and product reviews deliver an added bonus.

Reprint of the Premiere edition August 2014.