This is an absolute gem of a manga , one of those sleepers , that doesn't get the high praise it really deserves. The basic theme is that, our hero is the illustrious scion of family of sword makers , that have made swords /katanas for a thousand years.He also has the unusual ability to see the soul of a sword and inter react it with . The problem is , that hes a modern day guywho not sure if he wants to continue on with the family tradition.The adventures he has by coming across various swords and aiding them ( by either means of cleaning and restoring them) are both varied amazing and totally entertaining.

This just one of those " supernatural " type stories that grabs you from the outset and doesn't let go.

A must read.