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Kyoto: Custom-Made Japanese Samurai Replica Sword Workshop

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Highlights

  • Craft your own Japanese sword in a hands-on workshop in Kyoto
  • Cast the blade using zinc alloy and learn about the casting process
  • Choose from a variety of colors and patterns for the scabbard and handle
  • Learn about the history of Japanese swords and the "Haitorei" edict
  • Take home your unique sword as a souvenir of your time in Kyoto

What's Included

  • ✓ Customizing a replica Japanese sword
  • ✓ Casting the sword blade using zinc alloy
  • ✓ Choosing and assembling the sword's exterior parts like scabbard, hilt, and sageo
  • ✓ Learning about the parts and roles of a Japanese sword
  • ✓ Understanding the historical context of the Haitorei Edict
  • ✓ Taking home the completed replica sword

Good to Know

  • The workshop is located near Demachiyanagi Station, Kyoto
  • The experience is suitable for both beginners and those familiar with Japanese swords
  • The replica sword is for decorative purposes only and not for use as a weapon