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The Art of Samurai Swords | Katana Forge

Saitama Prefecture
by Viator
Duration3 hours
DifficultyEasy
SeasonSee calendar when booking
LanguageGerman, zh-TW

The Experience

The Japanese katana is often idealized as the deadly weapon of samurai. What might be not as well known is that the katana is not only a weapon but that it symbolizes “protection” both against physical and immaterial foes. At Fusahiro’s studio, a special type of katana, the “mamori gatana” is produced, which is a talisman sword used in particular for spiritual protection. In fact, these swords were traditionally enshrined in Japanese homes to ward off evil and were part of various ceremonies and rituals for protective measures. These days, there are approximately only 150 swordsmiths in Japan due to the difficulty in getting a national certification and the aging population. Witness the creation of this powerfully symbolic sword with Fusahiro, one of the last remaining Japanese swordsmiths.

How to book

Booked on Viator, who runs this experience. Inclusions and cancellation are theirs.

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    Non-refundable

    from₹92,990

    Includes: Hands-on forging experience · A DeeperJapan certified guide, interpreting in your language

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Logistics & Transit

Transport not included
Location
Saitama Prefecture

Difficulty & Fitness

Easy1/5

Easy — suitable for all fitness levels, no experience needed.

About the guide

Guide type
Tour Guide Led
Group experience
No — private booking

Know before you go

Wheelchair accessible Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible Suitable for all physical fitness levels