B651.   The New Generation of Jaanese Swordsmiths by Tamio Tsuchiko, translated by Kenji Mishina.  2002.  Hardbound with dust jacket, 7 ¾ x 10 ¼”, 255 pages in English.  This book is 3 sections: the history and terminology of the Japanese sword, visits and interviews with 20 contemporary Swordsmiths, and interviews with a National Treasure swordsmith, polisher, and an important sword dealer.  Lots of illustrations and a very informative text: a great book.

Condition is excellent.  2 pounds, 7 ounces.  $50.