Japanese swords are inextricably linked with a type of supernatural creature from ancient Japan known as "oni", referred to in English as demons or ogres. This connection between Japanese swords and oni is still strongly recognized today, as seen in the globally popular anime "Demon Slayer," which vividly portrays these traditional legends of oni-slaying. So, what exactly are oni in Japanese history? Are they merely fictional monsters? The answer may become clear as we explore the stories of these three legendary swords.

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00:00 Opening
00:50 Who were Oni?
02:00 No.3
09:56 No.2
15:25 No.1

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