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Power cutting is the essence of Toyama and Nakamura Ryu Battodo as both systems are based on the "One cut one kill" principle.

The target should be approached without hesitation and cut without delay.

At a blade length of 72.7 (2.4) some 33% of the blade's surface is in contact with the target when cutting through the target's centre. This increases the friction dramatically, requiring great tip speed and hip power to stop the blade from embedding itself in the target.

Compared to the surface area of a single wara (80cm2) the contact with the material is a mere 10 cm, or just 8% of the blade's length.

Technical data:
16 Wara diameter: 24 cm
Circumference:75 cm

Surface area at 45 degree cutting angle approx.: 700 square cm.