Sword Tour
Experience the revered world of Japan's Katana industry in an exclusive, small-group setting.
Forged from years of filming the craft, we've earned the trust and privilege of partnering with renowned experts who rarely open their doors to outsiders.
Now, we're honored to offer a limited number of specialized, multi-day tours that grant you access to the authentic world of Katana, otherwise impossible to arrange. Our groups are tightly capped so you'll enjoy deeply personal and exclusive experiences.
The journey will be hands-on and master-led, each uncovering new, secret techniques typically exclusively passed down generation to generation.
With our expert guides and insider knowledge, you'll be immersed in the art, learning about the craftsmanship, tradition, and significance of the techniques that have made the Japanese Katana legendary.
What’S Included
Imbue Your Spirit into a Katana
Japanese Sword Forging Experience
In a peaceful forge nestled deep within the quiet mountains of Wakayama Prefecture, you'll have the chance to experience the authentic process of hand-crafting a Japanese sword under the guidance of a young, master Katana smith.
Witness a block of iron transforming into a beautiful, polished katana, accompanied by detailed explanations and hands-on training of our master smith.
By seeing Japan's rich, traditional craftsmanship up close, and helping shape a blade with your own hands is an incredible memory to take home, granting you an understanding of Japanese culture few have obtained.
Under our authentic master craftsmen, you'll foster concentration, patience, and personal reflection, learning lessons only gained by personal experience.
And, depending on your learnings, you may even request a finished work later, a one-of-a-kind memento of your studies in Japan.
Learn the Spirit and Techniques of Bushido
Iaido SESSION
We offer exclusive Iaido experiences at two distinct dojos.
In the first dojo, you'll learn techniques that emphasize the spirit of Bushido, the way of the samurai, and the stories that live in this martial art.
The second dojo provides intensive practice where you can acquire practical techniques, rich in details necessary to perfect each skill.
Both locations are guided by highly respected Iaido masters with decades of study.
Through this ancient martial art, you'll not only learn more of Japan's Spirit, but the practical reasons behind the iconic shape of the Katana.
A Moment of Serenity and Self-Reflection
Tea Ceremony
For samurai, the tea ceremony was more than entertainment. Amidst life-threatening battles, it served as a vital spiritual practice—a space to calm the mind, introspect deeply, enhance concentration, and also functioned as an important setting for social and political engagement.
The tea ceremony was deeply intertwined with the very way of life of the samurai.
With this profound background in mind, we invite you to experience the tea ceremony.
In a tranquil and beautiful temple, savor the warm, heartfelt hospitality of an attentive tea master. As you enjoy delicious tea and prepare your own, you can fully immerse yourself in Japanese culture, step away from daily stresses, and enjoy a special moment of mindfulness and serenity.
Breathe Life into a Katana
Sword Polishing
An ancient Japanese sword regains its original brilliance and sharpness through careful polishing.
The polishing process is a delicate task that requires intense concentration and a finely tuned sense of touch as you bring a Katana back to life.
This experience will not only deepen your understanding of Japanese Katana, but also reveal the spirit of the samurai, who revered and protected these blades.
You'll learn under the guidance of our master polisher, one of the most prestigious in the world with disciples all over Japan and even overseas.
We believe that by directly experiencing several phases of properly polishing a sword, you'll gain deeper appreciation for each unique Katana, brought to life by the many artists behind it.
