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The '''''naginata''''' (なぎなた, 薙刀) is a weapon originating from [[Japan]], wielded by [[samurai]] and, most famously, by the ''{{Wiki|onna-musha}}'', a type of female warrior belonging to the Japanese nobility. Although commonly mistaken for a [[sword]], the ''naginata'' is in fact a [[Long weapon|polearm]].<ref name="Wiki">{{WP|Naginata}}</ref> | The '''''naginata''''' (なぎなた, 薙刀) is a weapon originating from [[Japan]], wielded by [[samurai]] and, most famously, by the ''{{Wiki|onna-musha}}'', a type of female warrior belonging to the Japanese nobility. Although commonly mistaken for a [[sword]], the ''naginata'' is in fact a [[Long weapon|polearm]].<ref name="Wiki">{{WP|Naginata}}</ref> | ||
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A ''naginata'' consists of a wooden or metal pole with a curved single-edged blade on the end; in this regard, it is similar to the Chinese [[guandao]] or the European {{Wiki|glaive}}. Similar to the ''[[katana]]'', ''naginata'' often have a round handguard, called ''{{Wiki|tsuba}}'', between the blade and shaft, when mounted in a ''{{Wiki|koshirae}}''. A ''naginata''{{'}}s blade is 30–60 cm (11.8–23.6 inches) long and is forged in the same manner as traditional Japanese swords. The blade has a long tang, called ''nakago'', which is inserted in the shaft.<ref name="Wiki" /> | A ''naginata'' consists of a wooden or metal pole with a curved single-edged blade on the end; in this regard, it is similar to the Chinese [[guandao]] or the European {{Wiki|glaive}}. Similar to the ''[[katana]]'', ''naginata'' often have a round handguard, called ''{{Wiki|tsuba}}'', between the blade and shaft, when mounted in a ''{{Wiki|koshirae}}''. A ''naginata''{{'}}s blade is 30–60 cm (11.8–23.6 inches) long and is forged in the same manner as traditional Japanese swords. The blade has a long tang, called ''nakago'', which is inserted in the shaft.<ref name="Wiki" /> | ||
The blade is removable and is secured by means of a wooden peg called ''mekugi'' (目釘) that passes through a hole (''mekugi-ana'') in both the tang and the shaft. The shaft ranges from 120–240 cm (47.2–94.5 inches) in length and is oval shaped. The area of the shaft where the tang sits is called the ''tachiuchi'' or ''tachiuke'', which can be reinforced with metal rings and wrapped with cord. The end of the shaft has a heavy metal end cap, the ''ishizuki'' or ''hirumaki''. When not in use, the blade is covered with a | The blade is removable and is secured by means of a wooden peg called ''mekugi'' (目釘) that passes through a hole (''mekugi-ana'') in both the tang and the shaft. The shaft ranges from 120–240 cm (47.2–94.5 inches) in length and is oval shaped. The area of the shaft where the tang sits is called the ''tachiuchi'' or ''tachiuke'', which can be reinforced with metal rings and wrapped with cord. The end of the shaft has a heavy metal end cap, the ''ishizuki'' or ''hirumaki''. When not in use, the blade is covered with a sheat.<ref name="Wiki" /> | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
During the [[Sengoku period]] in the 16th century, the ''naginata'' was a common weapon wielded by many warriors across Japan, from samurai to ''[[sōhei]]'' and even certain ''[[rōnin]]''. During his travels, the samurai and [[Japanese Brotherhood of Assassins|Kakushiba ''ikki'']] member [[Yasuke]] came into possession of a number of ''naginata'', which he wielded effectively in battle.<ref name="ACSH">''[[Assassin's Creed: Shadows]]''</ref> The [[Templars|Templar]] [[Kimura Yukari]] was also trained in the usage of the ''naginata'' by her father, [[Kimura Kei]].<ref name="CoA">''[[Assassin's Creed: Shadows]] – [[Claws of Awaji]]''</ref> | |||
In 1725, the [[Japanese Rite of the Templar Order|Japanese Templar]] and samurai [[Shimazu Saito]] carried a ''naginata'' during her mission to [[Macau]]. She made use of it during her encounters with the [[British Brotherhood of Assassins|British Assassin]] [[Edward Kenway]],<ref name="FT 11">''[[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple]]'' – [[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple Episode 11|Episode 11]]</ref><ref name="FT 33">''[[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple]]'' – [[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple Episode 33|Episode 33]]</ref> until the weapon was destroyed in a duel against the [[Chinese Brotherhood of Assassins|Chinese Assassin]] [[Liu Qing]], who broke the ''naginata'' with his ''[[guandao]]''.<ref name="FT 36">''[[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple]]'' – [[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple Episode 36|Episode 36]]</ref> | In 1725, the [[Japanese Rite of the Templar Order|Japanese Templar]] and samurai [[Shimazu Saito]] carried a ''naginata'' during her mission to [[Macau]]. She made use of it during her encounters with the [[British Brotherhood of Assassins|British Assassin]] [[Edward Kenway]],<ref name="FT 11">''[[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple]]'' – [[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple Episode 11|Episode 11]]</ref><ref name="FT 33">''[[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple]]'' – [[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple Episode 33|Episode 33]]</ref> until the weapon was destroyed in a duel against the [[Chinese Brotherhood of Assassins|Chinese Assassin]] [[Liu Qing]], who broke the ''naginata'' with his ''[[guandao]]''.<ref name="FT 36">''[[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple]]'' – [[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple Episode 36|Episode 36]]</ref> Saito's ally, the [[mercenary]] [[Nagamasa]], was also known to carry a ''naginata''.<ref name="FT 127">''[[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple]]'' – [[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple Episode 127|Episode 127]]</ref> | ||
==Behind the scenes== | ==Behind the scenes== | ||
The ''naginata'' appears | The ''naginata'' appears in ''[[Assassin's Creed: Shadows]]'', as one of five weapons available for the samurai Yasuke. It is also used by several enemy archetypes, such as certain monks and ''rōnin''. | ||
As a polearm, the ''naginata'' is Yasuke's main mid-range weapon for keeping enemies at bay. Yasuke can sweep the weapon around him to deliver devastating slashes, or knock enemies back with the large blade. He can also charge enemies and impale them on the blade, dealing massive damage. | |||
==Gallery== | |||
<gallery captionalign="center" position="center" widths="180"> | |||
ACFT - Naginata.png|Shimazu Saito wielding a ''naginata'' | |||
</gallery> | |||
==Appearances== | ==Appearances== | ||
*''[[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple]]'' {{1st}} | *''[[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple]]'' {{1st}} | ||
*''[[Assassin's Creed: Shadows]]'' | *''[[Assassin's Creed: Shadows]]'' | ||
**''[[Claws of Awaji]]'' | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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[[Category:16th century weapons]] | [[Category:16th century weapons]] | ||
[[Category:18th century weapons]] | [[Category:18th century weapons]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 15:04, 14 May 2026
The naginata (なぎなた, 薙刀) is a weapon originating from Japan, wielded by samurai and, most famously, by the onna-musha, a type of female warrior belonging to the Japanese nobility. Although commonly mistaken for a sword, the naginata is in fact a polearm.[1]
Description[edit | edit source]
A naginata consists of a wooden or metal pole with a curved single-edged blade on the end; in this regard, it is similar to the Chinese guandao or the European glaive. Similar to the katana, naginata often have a round handguard, called tsuba, between the blade and shaft, when mounted in a koshirae. A naginata's blade is 30–60 cm (11.8–23.6 inches) long and is forged in the same manner as traditional Japanese swords. The blade has a long tang, called nakago, which is inserted in the shaft.[1]
The blade is removable and is secured by means of a wooden peg called mekugi (目釘) that passes through a hole (mekugi-ana) in both the tang and the shaft. The shaft ranges from 120–240 cm (47.2–94.5 inches) in length and is oval shaped. The area of the shaft where the tang sits is called the tachiuchi or tachiuke, which can be reinforced with metal rings and wrapped with cord. The end of the shaft has a heavy metal end cap, the ishizuki or hirumaki. When not in use, the blade is covered with a sheat.[1]
History[edit | edit source]
During the Sengoku period in the 16th century, the naginata was a common weapon wielded by many warriors across Japan, from samurai to sōhei and even certain rōnin. During his travels, the samurai and Kakushiba ikki member Yasuke came into possession of a number of naginata, which he wielded effectively in battle.[2] The Templar Kimura Yukari was also trained in the usage of the naginata by her father, Kimura Kei.[3]
In 1725, the Japanese Templar and samurai Shimazu Saito carried a naginata during her mission to Macau. She made use of it during her encounters with the British Assassin Edward Kenway,[4][5] until the weapon was destroyed in a duel against the Chinese Assassin Liu Qing, who broke the naginata with his guandao.[6] Saito's ally, the mercenary Nagamasa, was also known to carry a naginata.[7]
Behind the scenes[edit | edit source]
The naginata appears in Assassin's Creed: Shadows, as one of five weapons available for the samurai Yasuke. It is also used by several enemy archetypes, such as certain monks and rōnin.
As a polearm, the naginata is Yasuke's main mid-range weapon for keeping enemies at bay. Yasuke can sweep the weapon around him to deliver devastating slashes, or knock enemies back with the large blade. He can also charge enemies and impale them on the blade, dealing massive damage.
Gallery[edit | edit source]
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Shimazu Saito wielding a naginata
Appearances[edit | edit source]
- Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple (first appearance)
- Assassin's Creed: Shadows
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2
Naginata on Wikipedia
- ↑ Assassin's Creed: Shadows
- ↑ Assassin's Creed: Shadows – Claws of Awaji
- ↑ Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple – Episode 11
- ↑ Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple – Episode 33
- ↑ Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple – Episode 36
- ↑ Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple – Episode 127
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