I'm swordsmith Taro Asano.
Sorry for the late update...
From now on, I'll be giving detailed explanations while actually making a knife!
◆Table of Contents◆
0:00 Opening
1:43 Anvil Maintenance
3:13 Before You Begin
6:16 Start!
7:56 Handle
10:30 Blade
16:22 Annealing
17:40 Summary
◆You: Let's Hammer Iron Playlist◆
• 基礎から学ぶナイフ作り講座(仮)
★Sub-channel Launch★
Asano Blacksmith Radio
/ @radio2910
I'll share behind-the-scenes stories I couldn't share here and answer any questions you may have in the comments!
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Asano Blacksmith Profile
Side-sitting: Taro Asano
All blacksmithing work is entertainment.
Aiming to be the world's strongest blacksmith group.
1997: Apprenticed under the 25th generation swordsmith Fujiwara Kanefusa.
2004: Founded Asano Blacksmith in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture.
2006: Relocated the forge to Hashima City, Gifu Prefecture.
2017: Opened a new forge.
◆ Overseas Activities
France (2012, 2014)
United States (2013, 2016, 2020)
Canada (2013, 2015, 2016)
In addition to public Japanese sword forging, he utilizes his blacksmithing techniques to contribute to the testing and research of various steels.
◇Other Activities
2012: Takaoka Craft Competition Grand Prix
2014: Main exhibit of Japanese swords at the Atsuta Shrine Treasure House
2016: Winner of the Japan Inbound Tourism Traditional Crafts Experience Award
2017: Started production and sales of forged knives
2019: Launch of the world's first concept knife, "Bouhi"
◆Appearance Channels
*Steve's POV
I had the best experience in Japan! I met swordsmiths from around the world in Gifu Prefecture!
Experience the amazing craftsmanship of Japan! MUST Do in Japan! Samurai Sword Making
• 日本で最高の体験をしてきた!岐阜県で世界の刀匠に会ってきた!ものづくりの日本のすごさ...
*Go GIFU
Timeless Japan, Naturally an Adventure 3 - Timeless Traditions | Visit GIFU
• Timeless Japan, Naturally an Adventure 3 -...
*Let's Go! History-kun TV
If You Visit Occasionally, This is the Blacksmith You Should Visit ~Asano Blacksmith, Part 1~ [Blacksmith]
• 【刀剣】たまに行くならこんな鍛冶屋〜淺野鍛冶屋 前編〜【Blacksmith】
If You Visit Occasionally, This is the Blacksmith You Should Visit ~Asano Blacksmith, Part 2~ [Blacksmith]
• 【刀剣】たまに行くならこんな鍛冶屋〜淺野鍛冶屋 後編〜【Blacksmith】
◇Other Magazines, etc.
*Discover Japan December 2019 Issue
"Choosing Things That Will Change Your Life"
https://discoverjapan-web.com/article...
https://shop.discoverjapan-web.com/co...
nice things. April 2020 Issue "Life's Freedom Notebook"
COMME des GARÇONS JUNYA WATANABE MAN 2021 Spring/Summer Collection
https://www.fashion-press.net/news/63024
Shueisha UOMO December Issue Feature
"Burning Love for 'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba'"
https://shueisha.tameshiyo.me/4910118...
◇Media Appearances
2017, 2019: CBC TV's "Hanasaka Times"
2018: NHK Gifu, etc.
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◼︎I started a blog.
https://note.com/kajiyagurashi
Asano Blacksmith Social Media
Website: http://asanokajiya.com
Facebook: / taroasanokajiya
Instagram: / asanokajiya
Knife Website: https://www.samuraiknife-japan.com
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