Myth Hunters - Season 1 - Eps 6: The Lost Sword of the Samurai
The Honjo Masamune is perhaps Japan's most legendary sword, but no one knows where it is. Forged in the 13th century, it became the ceremonial sword of the Tokugawa samurai dynasty for 250 years. Since 1868 it was passed on from one generation to the next, but after the Second World War it disappeared. It may have been melted down undetected in occupied Japan, but experts believe it may have made its way to the United States as a souvenir. Today it would be worth millions and collectors hope that the lost sword of the samurai will one day be found.
About Myth Hunters
Title: Myth Hunters
First Air Date: 2012-10-26
Last Air Date: 2015-05-17
Status: Ended
Rating: 7.563/10 (from 8 votes)
Language: EN
Seasons: 3
Total Episodes: 39
Network: Military Channel
Genres: Documentary, Drama
Production Companies: Unknown
Synopsis
Myth Hunters reveals true stories of quests seeking legendary objects – hordes of lost Spanish gold, the Temple of Solomon, the body of King Arthur, the relics of Joan of Arc; objects that offer their finder either unlimited power or wealth - or both
