Legendary Sword "Honebami Toushirou" Exhibition Sparks Frenzy in Kyoto: A Touken Ranbu Collaboration at Toyokuni Shrine
Kyoto's Toyokuni Shrine has announced a special exhibition of the renowned sword "Honebami Toushirou," running from Friday, January 9, 2026, to Wednesday, March 18, 2026. This news has generated significant buzz across social media. The exhibition is a special collaboration with the popular game "Touken Ranbu ONLINE," and a newly commissioned illustration of "Touken Danshi Honebami Toushirou" has also been unveiled. This illustration will be displayed in the shrine's treasure hall during the exhibition period. Additionally, limited-edition merchandise, including postcards featuring the commemorative illustration, will be available for purchase at the Toyokuni Shrine office (cash payment only for collaboration goods). Fans are eagerly anticipating these items. Notably, the original sword, the Honka of Honebami Toushirou, will be on public display for a limited time, from January 9 to February 3, making early visits highly recommended. Following thi...