Dive into the world of traditional Japanese sword making with craftsman Taro Asano. He is one of only a handful of practicing "Kajiya" (a person who forges Japanese swords / Katana) still in Japan. He also offers a workshop in English where people come to make their own custom-forged "Samurai knife". It's a unique once in a lifetime experience. We discuss all things Katana, how he became a Kajiya, his future plans - which include taking on a 20-year old American apprentice and creating a You-Tube channel to chronicle their adventures, and why Japanese sword/ blacksmithing  is more popular with foreigners than with Japanese. Other topics we cover:How long and what it takes to become a KajiyaHis thoughts on the Master - Apprentice relationshipInsight on forging steel and the processes he employsLearn why 70% of his workshop participants come from the same fieldThe rules and etiquette around handling a Japanese Katana  Why he makes kitchen knives in addition to swordsIs the myth you have to register your Katana with the police true?Plans for his 20-year old American apprenticeThe Free Unsolicited Business Idea   Asano Kajiya: http://asanokajiya.com/enAsanokajiya Studio (You Tube): https://www.youtube.com/channel/Great Sleep Starts Here = gugu Sleep Company: https://gugu.jpJapan Adventures via Camper Van = Dream Drive: https://www.dreamdrive.lifeUse the code word "ZEN" to receive discounts

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