Bizen Osafune Japanese Sword

The Japanese sword-crafting region of Osafune in Setouchi city is famous for having one of the longest histories in sword production. Around half of those swords listed by Japan as National Treasures were originally made here. This video introduces briefly the complete process of crafting the blade and key pieces of equipment including the sword case, grip, engraving etc. through interviews with artisans who work at the Bizen Osafune Japanese Sword Museum.