A celebration of the Japanese Samurai sword. Rooted in spirituality, social structure and folklore, the chief weapon of the Japanese warrior class was also a tool of technological perfection that has seen few rivals. This documentary recalls a period of history when warriors relied solely on their wits, their blade and their honour. Running Time: 60 minutes Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.) Release Date: 20/04/2009