160905-0027 - Naginata Practice
[ 1930s Japan - Naginata Practice ] - A group of women in hakama practicing naginata, a pole weapon traditionally used by members of the A group of women in hakama practicing naginata, a pole weapon traditionally used by members of the samurai class, ca. 1936 (Showa 11).
20th century vintage gelatin silver print. (Photo by MeijiShowa/Afro)