I recently bought a Samurai sword, and wondered what the correct technique is for using them. I understand they are not like other swords, with you can just use to lunge, i've always assumed you have to move them sidewards across the body, in a sort of slashing motion.

Am I correct?

Dear Dale369 can you put the sword image here, and how much did you pay for it.

In general you could cut the most vital areas such as major veins and arteries as well as tendons and major muscles.