Learn how to make samurai katana blades in this Japanese forge

By S. INDRAMALAR

One of the many swords you can get to see and hold in the showroom. — Photos: S. INDRAMALAR

Situated in a nondescript yet picturesque spot in Kyotongo City in Japan’s coastal region of Tango, is a forge or smithy that makes traditional katana by hand.

These are the kinds of swords that were carried by the samurai back in the day.

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