Reasons to Love the Sword Japanese

When someone decides to purchase a Japanese Katana Sword, they aren't making that decision on a whim. They usually want to capture the essence of the culture. They want to have their own piece of the legendary warriors who wielded such weapons. The samurai, for example, were the only group permitted by law to be armed by the government of the country. The full responsibility for maintaining peace and order fell upon them. They could easily have misused this power but they followed a strict code of ethics that did not permit such behavior. On the other hand, the ninja also carried the Japanese Sword Katana. While these underground fighters also played their own role in maintaining order, they do without the rigid rules and without the publicized authority of the government. Two groups existed simultaneously but carried only one type of sword. It's not surprising that the sword has become such a legend and such a desirable addition to collections all over the world.

Collecting Japanese Swords

While the power and history of the Swords Japanese may be among their most appealing characteristics, it's always their design that really stands out the most. Compared to modern swords, these edged weapons were breathtaking. Many are intricately designed so they look like art even though at one time they served a much more practical purpose. Ask any buyer of a Japanese Samurai Katana Sword and they will be more than happy to share the stories of their purchases and explain why certain weapons caught their eye. But none of them will be able to explain the addictiveness of the collection. Once they have one weapon in their possession they will inevitably want to own more of these beautiful, elegant and affordable weapons such as the Sword Samurai. No matter whether someone loves ninja or samurai, the Sword Samurai is going to be a great choice for collectors, decorators, and lovers of Japanese history and culture.

TV Wall Mount and LCD and Flat Screen

Not long ago a TV was a TV, just a television set. Yes, there where sets with some extra features, stand alone speakers for example, but it was easy to pick your choice. Now you have a lot more options to take into consideration and a number of terms to learn. So let us see what kind of guide lines we can give you. Related Articles LCD TV stands for your LCD The Latest LCD TV Technology LCD TV Mounting Lcd Tvs Do Not Stand Alone Mounting An Lcd Tv On A Plaster Wall Pros and Cons when buying a LCD TV TV Wall Mount - These TV:s sell more and more but are considerably more expensive. They are called TV wall mount as they are so thin, 2-5 inches, or 5-10 centimeters. The picture is completely flat and the set should be connected to digital systems. The number one reason to buy a TV wall mount is the fact that it doesn´t require any space on the floor. Today you can choose one of two techniques, LCD and plasma screens. The LCD technique is best for screens up to 30 inches and they cost from just under $1,000 up to $3,000 USD. An LCD screen can also be connected to your computer, no problem. One disadvantage can be on some screens, there is a delay in showing the picture, which can be rather annoying with fast movements like in football and other sports. The plasma screens works better for really big screens, 32-50 inches. The prices are coming down but often start around $2,000 USD. The internet is of course the best place to start your search for a TV wall mount, LCD or Plasma. Also remember that the prices given here are probably higher than what you can find out there!
The TV techniques are developing fast, like the computer industry, so if you are not in a hurry, wait and the prices will drop. Especially for a Wall TV Mount. . It is always more expensive when the technique is new. A great place to start your search for a TV wall mount is through consumer reports. They give you unbiased reviews of the best TV wall mounts out there. If you want to experience the best of a sports game, nature or action movie, as you almost where there, you are probably ready to spend a lot of money . Then you will of course choose the widescreen and home movie equipment with a plasma or projection-TV. There are some practical things to consider for a TV wall mount. How much is the weight of your particular TV model? Can you mount it on the wall in a safe way? Make sure that any mount that you consider is able to comfortably handle the weight of your TV. You will need a strong, sturdy equipment that can handle the weight. If the wall itself is the weak point you should perhaps look for another alternative than wall mount. Or secure the equipment to the floor or the ceiling. Many TV models have specially made equipment for a wall mount. You can also find good universal mounts available. It used to be that the only wall mounts were a set of metal brackets that mounted to the wall and the TV hung on those brackets. Which made it harder to move the screen. Now you can find flexible wall mount units that actually let you extend the TV from the wall and turn it to adjust the viewing angle too. In the ads for TV sets you will always get a long list of features. Don´t care about that list for a start. It is the picture on the screen that is of most importance. If the picture is bad that is the thing that will be most annoying. Use your eyes and compare several types of TV sets in a shop even if the environment is light and very different from your home. Bring your favorite picture to the shop and ask to have it shown. Now you can get a better understanding of the quality of the screen, the colours etcetera. The sound is easy to forget. But a bad sound can destroy the most wonderful picture. It is great if you can listen to the sound more privately or try to be there when there are few customers. Stereo sound is the most common but is not necessarily automatically hifi-quality. You can often get a better sound if you connect the TV sound to your own equipment or put up extra speakers. A TV wall mount will in the coming years be the most sold TV equipment. The prices will go down and the weight will be reduced considerably. They will be easy to mount and with great sound and picture. To put it simple, it is the future.

Buy Oil Paintings

There are many ways through which one can decorate a home. In fact everybody wants to have a home that looks clean, tidy and stylish. Decorating a home is an art and you have to do it the right way to make an impact. To make your home look stylish you can hang oil paintings on the walls. Hanging oil paintings on walls is one of the most novel ways to add décor to your home. Buy oil paintings that look simple yet graceful for that amazing effect. Some people prefer abstract art while some plain art. Whatever may be your preference you can be sure that oil paintings enhance the look of your home. Best quality oil paintings cost a little more than ordinary paintings but that should not deter you from spending some money on these oil paintings.
 
To purchase oil paintings you need not have to roam here and there. Nowadays a lot of websites deal in masterpieces and you can get one of these for your home. Though it is easy to buy oil paintings, make sure to take an informed decision if you are buying for the first time. You have to consider certain things before buying.

If you want to get oil paintings from the internet then you should be ready to spend some time to study the paintings that are available in various sites. You have to make sure about the quality of the paintings offered for sale. Once you are satisfied you can close your deal. Though a lot of websites sell oil paintings it is better to buy oil paintings from sites that offer specific discounts. Getting discounts means saving your money.

Select a website that offers you a wide range of choices in paintings as well as artists. If you buy oil paintings from a site that offers paintings of famous artists like Van Gogh, Da Vinci, Rembrandt etc you will be a gainer in the sense that you will get the best of art works.

Oil paintings are available in different styles and having knowledge about these styles will enable you to buy oil paintings that would enhance the beauty of your house. If possible get some information about different styles like impressionism, art nouveau, baroque, post-impressionism etc.

For first time buyers or those who do not have any idea about oil paintings still life paintings can be a good option. Still life paintings blend well with all types of interior settings. So if you buy oil paintings like these you can be sure that you are making a good choice.

You Da Girl! Rihanna shows off her summer style in pineapple printed playsuit and visor as she continues Italian break

When Rihanna's on holiday you can guarantee she'll draw attention wherever she goes.
But it's not just her vibrant personality and Twitter poses that are drawing attention as she continues her break in Sardinia.
Today the Umbrella hitmaker drew looks purely for her outfit as she showed off her summer style.

Summery: Rihanna showed off her sunny style in a pineapple-printed playsuit and visor as she stepped on dry land from her luxury yacht in Sardinia earlier today

Holiday spirit: The singer looked relaxed and carefree as she continued to soak up the sun with her girl pals in tow

The singer, 24, stood out as she showed off her legs in a minuscule playsuit embossed with printed pictures of pineapples.
It clearly reflected her summery outlook as she grinned widely while she continued to let her hair down.
Rihanna finished off her look with a tan-coloured visor, which pushed her large wavy locks off her face as the rest of her hair was piled on top of her head, ironically in a 'pineapple' style hairdo.

Standing out: She has so far stayed on her luxury private yacht but decided to take a walk around Porto Cervo and look in some shops

Holiday mood: She jetted in to the lavish region following a break in her native Barbados where she mourned the death of her beloved gran Dolly

Cheeky: The raunchy star and her friends posed next to a naked statue and poked fan at the size of its manhood with their hand gestures

Smooch: Rihanna even kissed one devotee on the lips as she fully embraced her while photographers surrounded her

And although she was dressed for the blazing sunshine, she still oozed her city style as she finished off the ensemble with orange plimsolls, chunky jewellery and a denim shirt tied around her waist.
The singer has so far just been sharing photos from her time aboard a luxury yacht with her girl pals.
But this afternoon she finally set foot on solid ground as she stepped off the boat in Porto Cervo.

Dry land: She has been taking to Twitter to share her snaps on her yacht but was escorted by speedboat to the land this afternoon

Surrounded: Rihanna didn't seem to mind the attention from passersby after a few days away from the public

More clothes?! The superstar indulged in some retail therapy as she headed into a Prada store with her entourage

She was first escorted via speedboat as her friends joined her ashore.
And it was easy to see why she's been trying to keep herself to herself on the private yacht, because as soon as she walked around the public areas she was flocked by fans and paparazzi.
But clearly in the holiday spirit she was happy to pose with the crowd and grinned widely as she chatted with onlookers while she went shopping.

Holding hands: Rihanna shared her time with her best friends, who were equally dressed in summery garbs

Inked: She revealed her star tattoos on the back of her neck and back as her long locks were worn up above the tan-coloured visor

Poser: Before she stepped off the yacht she shared another picture of herself on Twitter wearing the cute get-up

And she was certainly in a cheeky mood as she posed next to a naked statue and made hand gestures to joke about the size of its manhood.
Rihanna even took to Twitter to share one photo of herself in the pineapple get-up, alongside the words: '#phuckyocar‬ ‪#imonaboatbitch‬.'

Little miss popular: She caused quite a stir as she tried to make her way around the town before disappearing back on the yacht

Spanx for men? The reverse Y-fronts for men who want to enhance their derrière

It was revealed today that Channing Tatum has the bottom that most men desire.
So for all the men lacking in the bottom department wanting to add a little something extra to their behind, there is finally a solution.
And it comes in the form of the first ever derrière enhancing pants.

Pert: The new underwear range helps men obtain a more shapely bottom

Following three years in development, D.HEDRAL introduces the latest evolution in men’s underwear that promises maximum comfort and visually enhanced results.
The underwear creates a second skin using patented 'angle fit' technology that perfectly embraces and enhances the derrière’s natural roundness and adds extra support in all the vital places.

 

The advanced technology introduces three angles that change the capacity and support of the brief, allowing them to adapt perfectly to the natural curves of the body.

Angled: The range uses anglefit technology to add support in the right areas

Perfect: It was Channing Tatum's bottom that won the votes and men will hope that the new underwear can help them achieve his pert look

The innovative concept combined with the finest lightweight luxury Italian fabric ensures maximum comfort and breath-ability.
The gorgeous top American male model Aaron O’Connell, is the first face of the brand and perfectly showcases the visible effects of the underwear.

Just can't keep your hands to yourself: Lydia Bright and Tom Kilbey prove inseparable as they film scenes for TOWIE

Undoubtedly one the new hottest couple in Essex, things appear to be hotting up between Lydia Bright and her boyfriend Tom Kilbey.
The couple, who got together at the end of the last series of the hit reality TV show, were spotted today as they filmed scenes for the sixth series.
Dressed in the exact same ensemble she was pictured in yesterday - probably due to continuity reasons for the ITV show, Lydia proved to be irresistible to Tom who couldn't keep his hands off her.

Getting along: TOWIE's Lydia Bright and Tom Kilbey were spotted as they filmed scenes for series six in Essex

Tom's ex-girlfriend and co-star Billi Mucklow wasn't exactly made up when it was revealed that he had started seeing Lydia shortly after they called time on their brief relationship.

 

But with Billi's blessing, the young couple seem to be going from strength to strength.
With their arms wrapped around each other, Lydia and Tom seemed content as they stood on the pavement.

Wrapped around each other: Lydia and Tom looked happy as they stood on the pavement together

Giving a helping hand: The 21-year-old appeared to give her boyfriend a hand adjusting his microphone pack

Wearing a form fitting black printed black dress, a pair of black stilettos and a quilted clutch bag, the 21-year-old boutique owner looked happier than ever.
Tom on the other sported a printed white T-shirt with a pair of slim fit jeans and brown boots.
As the 25-year-old is still somewhat of a newbie to the ITV show, he is not yet familiar with how everything works and Lydia was seen helping him sort out his microphone pack.

Three's a crowd: Lucy Mecklenburgh joined Lydia and Tom as she walked her dog Bentley

Pleased with himself: The trio were greeted by Lucy's fiancé Mario Falcone who sat in a convertible

Keeping up appearances: The stars wore the same outfits two days in a row to keep the continuation of the show going, despite it being 'real life'

Man hug: Mario Falcone and Tom Kilbey embraced after 'bumping' into each other in the street

The couple were joined by co-star, Lucy Mecklenburgh, who was also wearing the same weather-defying outfit she was seen in yesterday.
Recently engaged and still showing off her holiday tan, she donned a floaty tangerine dress with a pair of patent black heels as she walked her dog Bentley.
As three is a crowd, it wasn't long before the trio were joined by Lucy's fiancé Mario Falcone, who showed up in his convertible with a cheeky grin on his face.

Fooling around: Meanwhile, Joey Essex was back on form as Diags had to carry him and Tom Pearce was also seen on set casually strolling along

Peekaboo! And a semi naked Arg was seen hanging out of his bedroom window as series six continued to kick off

Wet and wild! AnnaLynne McCord marks her 25th birthday... by going for a swim in an elegant evening dress

AnnaLynne McCord certainly had a birthday to remember as she celebrated turning 25 yesterday.
The 90210 star decided to take a dip in the ocean in Los Angeles – wearing entirely inappropriate attire.
The actress took to the water in a brown evening dress and got soaked from head to toe as she splashed around.

 

Not your average swimwear: AnnaLynne McCord celebrated her 25th birthday yesterday with a dip in the ocean while wearing an evening dress

AnnaLynne went bra-less and barefoot as she rushed into the sea for an invigorating dip, wearing a huge grin on her face the entire time.
It seems the actress also dunked her head under the water as her honey blonde locks, which were tied back in a ponytail, were dripping wet once she emerged.
AnnaLynne’s dress boasted an asymmetrical front, so it was floor-length at the back but at the front short enough to reveal her slender legs.

 

Feeling the cold: The 90210 star looked like she was having a great time but seemed a little chilly as she stepped out of the water

 

The starlet was joined by her beau Dominic Purcell who stayed on dry land but proudly watched his other half frolic around in the waves.
He cupped AnnaLynne’s face in his hands and gave her a sweet kiss after she re-joined him on the sand.
Dominic then placed a hand protectively on the 25-year-old’s back as they walked off together.

 

Kiss me quick: AnnaLynne was joined by beau Dominic Purcell who gave her a sweet smooch once she re-joined him on the sand

 

Protective: Dominic had stayed on dry land to watch AnnaLynne and lovingly placed a hand on her back as they walked off together

The Prison Break star, who is 17 years AnnaLynne’s senior, was dressed casually and wrapped up warm in skinny jeans, a black jacket and a baseball cap.
Following her risqué swim AnnaLynne spent the evening celebrating her special day with the help of her two sisters, Angel and Rachel.
She posted on her Twitter page: ‘Thank U every1 4 all of UR love! Simple 25th 4 me w/ my beautiful sisters.’

 

Water babe: AnnaLynne certainly won't be forgetting this birthday any time soon

'I'm saving myself for someone special... it could be Kirk': Jodie Marsh opens up on her celibate romance with TOWIE star Norcross

They've sent out confusing messages about the state of their relationship.
But Kirk Norcross and Jodie Marsh insisted they are an item, but are yet to consummate their new romance.
Having been hurt many times, bodybuilder Jodie, 33, has been celibate for over a year and admits ex-The Only Way Is Essex star Kirk, 24, will have to prove himself before she takes it to the next level.

 

New couple alert: Jodie Marsh and Kirk Norcross pose in their first photoshoot as a couple in the new issue of Reveal magazine

The unlikely pair spoke out about their new romance as they posed for their first photoshoot as a couple for Reveal magazine.
She told the new issue of the magazine: 'I’ve had a lot of bad experiences with men who turned out to be weirdos. So last year something switched in my brain and I just decided to save myself for someone special.'

When asked if nightclub manager Kirk could be that 'someone special', she replied: 'I think he could be. But I honestly don’t know. I’ve been celibate for so long that I feel like a virgin again. And I’m a bit scared of sex now. I’m scared of giving myself to someone.'

 

Over-sharing? Jodie and Kirk live-tweeted one of their first dates earlier this month

Kirk joked: 'I can’t even say we’re friends with benefits because I’m not getting the benefits.'
When Kirk asks Jodie during the interview when they will be able to sleep together, she replied: 'I want you to say you love me, that you want to marry me and have babies...'

The full interview is in the new issue of Reveal magazine, on sale now

The couple have been acquainted for years as Jodie used to be a regular of Kirk's father Mick's Sugar Hut nightclub in Brentwood.
But they got back in contact when she made a guest appearance on Celebrity Big Brother earlier this year - which featured Kirk as a housemate.
But it appears the couple have been dating since they both appeared on Big Brother's Bit On The Side on July 3.
They ended up having a hot date at Jodie's house two days later, which they live tweeted with a selection of photos.
Jodie said: 'Right nobody disturb us. Me and @kirk_official are having a spooning session on the sofa with a film. We're too tired to go out.'
Kirk then added: 'Having a spooning session with @JodieMarsh watching a film! #MmmmNice did someone say #50ShadesOfKirk ;-).'
After warning he was 'moving in for the kill', Jodie then posted a photo of them actually kissing.
Jodie boasted: 'Snogs :-) first kiss I've had in about a year. Yikes. Was very nice actually. He's good.'
However, confusing Kirk tweeted on July 12 that he was single.
He wrote: 'Just for the record guys i am single, you are allowed to kiss a girl and still be mate ‪(sic) #Jeeeez.'
Kirk is no stranger to conducting a romance in the public eye - he previously dated Amy Childs and Lauren Pope on-screen in TOWIE.

Andrea McLean shows she's got her mojo back as she bounces back from marriage split in sexy shoot

She was devastated when her second marriage broke down at Christmas.
But Andrea McLean admits she is putting her split from Steve Toms behind her and is feeling sexy and confident again.
As she poses for a sexy photoshoot in the new issue of Closer magazine, the Loose Women presenter admitted she's even tried her hand at acting in a new film, which features a steamy lesbian kiss.

 

Bouncing back: Loose Women presenter Andrea McLean speaks about her newfound confidence in the new issue of Closer magazine

Since the breakdown of the relationship, Andrea admits she's been approached by many men, including a famous married man, who she refuses to name.

 

She tells the magazine: 'He wasn’t happy at all when I gave him the brush-off via email, which made me feel very uncomfortable. Thinking about dating is daunting and I’m nowhere near ready to start another relationship after feeling so hurt by my marriage breakdown, but I’m enjoying being single.'
With two children to take care of and her career, Andrea hasn't much time left for dating.

 

Heating things up: Andrea is set to share a lesbian kiss in a new movie role ever.

The full feature appears in this week¿s Closer magazine

And although she's feeling 'sexier than ever', Andrea insists she's not ready for love just yet.
She said: 'I’m enjoying being by myself and if I told my dad I was getting married again, he’d pass out! And I’m not even thinking about bedroom activities – my parents live with me so, even if I wanted to, it would be pretty impossible.'
With her newfound confidence, Andrea accepted a part in new gnagster film A Landscape Of Lies, playing a sexually liberated therapist Dr Andrea Grey.
The movie sees Andrea enjoy a lesbian kiss with former Hollyoaks actress Christina Bailey, who played gangster's daughter Dannii Carbone from 2004 until 2006.

Explaining the film, she enthused: 'I had to do scenes that took me out of my comfort zone and I loved it. It feels liberating to reinvent myself – this is going to be my best year, after such a rubbish time.
'I had to neck half a bottle of Jack Daniel’s to get over my nerves! Christina was lovely and we got it over with quickly, but it was funny how all the male crew suddenly appeared! I had to kiss a few guys in the film, too, which was odd, as I’ve only ever had two boyfriends - and I married both of them.'
McLean was married to first husband Nick Green when she had an affair with Toms while they were filming DIY show Our House in 2004.
In 2006 they had a daughter Amy together - joining her son Finlay from her marriage to Green - and married in 2009.
In January this year, they revealed they had split on Boxing Day after three years of marriage.
The full feature appears in this week’s Closer magazine.
Andrea’s Diamonique jewellery range is available exclusively to QVC. 

 

 

Love split: Andrea with estranged husband Steve Toms (left) and first husband Nick Green (right)

 

Sexy co-star: Andrea shares a lesbian kiss with actress Christina Bailey, pictured in a scene from Hollyoaks in 2006 with co-star Stuart Manning

Victoria's Secret Angel Barbara Palvin looks Parisian chic as Britain's first ever Victoria's Secret store opens at Westfield just in time for Olympics

They are the little pink bags that women are desperate to get their hands on during their trips Stateside.
And now British women can get their hands on them as the underwear giant, famous for its stunning models, lands in the UK.
Contrary to previous speculative reports that neither of the two Victoria's Secret London stores would be opening in time for the Olympics as planned, it has now been confirmed that the Westfield Stratford store will open on 24 July.

 

The Hungarian model looks every inch the angel in the Parisian chic designs

Unfortunately, the stunning angels won't be at the opening of the Westfield store

 

The flagship store on New Bond Street store will open shortly afterwards, but as yet no exact date has been confirmed.
Much to the disappointment of the British men, a spokesperson for the brand has confirmed that there will be no 'Angels' - such as Miranda Kerr,  Candice Swanepoel and Alessandra Ambrosio, who act as the brand's genetically blessed spokesmodels and turn women green with envy every year on the catwalk - present at the Westfield Stratford store opening.
Although there are no rumours surfacing about details of the flagship opening, it is expected to be a much bigger affair with some of the brand's catwalk beauties present.

 

Originally, the New Bond Street store was expected to open on July 25 with great, with the Stratford store opening the following day.
There has been no reason given for the delay.
The lingerie giant is just one of many major fashion brands hoping to cash in on London's inflated population during the Olympic Games.
Karl Lagerfeld will launch an area dedicated to his eponymous brand in Selfridges on July 24, Chanel are preparing to launch a pop-up beauty and fragrance store in Covent Garden, and New York department store Opening Ceremony will also launch a pop-up boutique housing their various Olympic collaborations with the likes of Topshop and Adidas later this week.

 

The underwear models make women green with envy every year at the famous catwalk show

Barbara will be joined by Miranda Kerr and Alessandra Ambrosio at the opening of the flagship store

 

 

The lingerie giant is just one of many major fashion brands hoping to cash in on London's inflated population during the Olympic Games

British women can finally get their hands on the stylish yet affordable underwear