Swordsmen like Dracule Mihawk and Ichigo Kurosaki stand above all others in the world of anime.

In a plethora of iconic swordsmen, Japanese anime fans have chosen the best among them all.

Swords in anime are rarely just weapons; they are often reflections of their wielder’s strength, trauma, and destiny. While sleek katanas and Nichirin blades often steal the spotlight, another kind of ...