This came up in an interview with the founder (
http://members.aikidojournal.com/pri...hei-ueshiba-2/ )
Quote:
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Q. Is the sword used in Aikido?
A. Yes, it is. A sword is opposing mirrors (awasekagami) of Heaven. It represents an act of celebration.
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What does the expression
Awasekagami - opposing mirrors means?