Experience of Making Knives and Small Knives by a Swordsmith

Prefecture, which has a long-standing tradition of iron culture, and have a cultural experience related to Japanese swords. In this activity, you can experience the hardening process of a small knife or kitchen knife. Since an English-speaking guide will accompany you, communication will be smooth. We carry out the process of engraving patterns on products made from the same ”TAMAHAGANE” steel as Japanese swords together with a swordsmith. The unique aspect of this tour is that you can interact with a working swordsmith at an actual Japanese sword-making site. It offers a "living experience" that you cannot have in art galleries or museums. The tour involves performing quenching on materials prepared by a swordsmith and conducting a simple polishing process. The finished product can be taken home as a souvenir. This is a valuable opportunity to experience the skills of the promising young swordsmith Yoshimasa Tomioka, who has won awards at contemporary sword exhibitions, making it an ideal experience for overseas travelers interested in Japanese swords and for educational or cultural groups.