On the first floor, there are always over 50 Iai swords displayed, which are used for practicing Iaido.
There are also limited edition models available exclusively at the Shogoin Store.
The show display features armor, helmets, and swords.
As night falls, their beauty becomes even more striking.
The store is also filled with a variety of items such as tsuba (handguards), menuki (ornamental grips), koiguchi (mouth pieces), as well as martial arts clothing like Aikido hakama and Iaido gi, archery equipment, and books, all displayed in a compact space.
When you climb the stairs, you’ll find various styles of wooden swords (bokken) displayed on the walls.
The stairs of the traditional Kyoto townhouse are known for being narrow and steep, but by retaining the original treads, the design harmonizes modern step sizes with both convenience and aesthetic beauty.
As you climb the stairs, you’ll find a display case filled with both antique and modern swords, including real Japanese katana.
You can sit on the couch and carefully examine the swords at your leisure.
Further in, you’ll find a traditional Japanese room where swords radiating delicate light and imposing armor exude a sense of strength and dignity.
The atmosphere creates a mysterious feeling, as if you’ve unexpectedly slipped through time.