The sword styles of Japan originated in China, but later evolved into numerous schools with distinct Japanese characteristics. These are primarily categorized into the Nen-ryu, Itto-ryu, Shinto-ryu, and Kage-ryu systems, among others. Each of these systems can be further subdivided into dozens of individual schools. The Hokushin school belongs to the Itto-ryu system and is known fully as the Hokushin Batto-ryu. The Japanese Sword Saint, Tsukahara Isshin, is the master who elevated this style to its pinnacle and is recognized as the most formidable swordsman in Japan. His three disciples, who received his true teachings, are known as the "Hokushin Three Swordsmen."
Seeing the pattern of the North Star printed on the robes of the three samurai, Chen Xuan asked curiously, "Li Liu, do you know them?"
"Indeed, the famous Hokushin Three Swordsmen: the eldest disciple Kuchiki Ryuki, the second disciple Ginjyo Ku, and the youngest, Kisho. All have reached the level of top-tier swordsmen. If not for issues of seniority, they could step into the ranks of Sword Masters at any time. Of course, compared to their master, the Japanese Sword Saint Tsukahara Isshin, there is still a significant gap," Li Liu explained patiently.
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