Traditional craftsmen are few and far between in this digital age. In most areas machinery has adequately replaced human hands but certain items need a little more attention. Machines can make great hammers but to create the perfect balance in a sword it takes many years of training and a critical human eye. Today there are only 30 recognized craftsmen in Japan that make swords for a living. It is a dying art that has been passed down through the generations.
Korehira Watanabe believes in passing down these techniques as authentically as possible. He recognized an intense passion for sword making in his mentor and he is now passing that along to the next generation. Watch this video for a glimpse into his world of historical swords.
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