True, carrying swords in public was once a common practice in Japan, and sword fights were not uncommon. There is a reason behind this, as in feudal Japan; the samurai were a class of highly skilled warriors. They were loyal to their lord and dedicated to the code of bushido, or "the way of the warrior." The samurai were so feared that they were allowed to carry their swords in public. This led to many sword fights, and often innocent bystanders would be caught in the crossfire. While the new move may have helped to reduce the number of swordfights, it did not eliminate them. After all, swordfights are still a popular form of entertainment in Japan, especially among the samurai. The good thing is sword fighting among Samurai is strictly regulated and only practiced by experts. As a result, Japan is now a peaceful country with very little crime.

If only we could learn from the Japanese.