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Created page with "Indoor Combat, Ceremonial Duty, and the Rhythm of Daily Wear When a samurai entered a building, the katana was typically removed and placed on a katana-kake (sword rack) or held by a servant. The wakizashi, however, remained in the obi. This was not merely a matter of convenience; it was a calculated security measure. An intruder or assassin would face a samurai who was already armed with a battle-ready blade, even if the longer sword lay out of reach. Close-quarters tec..."