History & Culture
Travel back to a time of samurai and craftsmanship
History & Culture
Travel back to a time of samurai and craftsmanship
History & Culture
Travel back to a time of samurai and craftsmanship
Experience Setouchi's carefully preserved traditions
Experience Setouchi's carefully preserved traditions
Experience Setouchi's carefully preserved traditions
Setouchi City unforgettable journeys await. Be transported to the legendary era of samurai warriors and artistic swords, discover nationally registered cultural architecture, or relive the diplomatic exchanges between Japan and Korea during the Edo period.
Setouchi City unforgettable journeys await. Be transported to the legendary era of samurai warriors and artistic swords, discover nationally registered cultural architecture, or relive the diplomatic exchanges between Japan and Korea during the Edo period.
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browse all history & culture related experiences
browse all history & culture related experiences
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OSAFUNE
Bizen Osafune Japanese Sword Museum
Experience first-hand the beauty and creation of the legendary Japanese Swords.
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Bizen Osafune Japanese Sword Museum
Experience first-hand the beauty and creation of the legendary Japanese Swords.
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OSAFUNE
Bizen Osafune Japanese Sword Museum
Experience first-hand the beauty and creation of the legendary Japanese Swords.
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Battojutsu: Katana Cutting Performance
Armored Samurai martial arts trainings are held at the sacred sword temple in Osafune.
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Live Sword Forging Demonstration
The rhythmic clinking of the hammering and sparks flying is really a scene to behold.
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Live Sword Forging Demonstration
The rhythmic clinking of the hammering and sparks flying is really a scene to behold.
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Hands-on Sword Appraisal Session
Our sword expert will explain the appraisal process, as well as some of the most famous artistic motifs
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Exclusive Sword-Making Session with a Master Swordsmith
Experience a private guided visit to a swordsmith’s workshop and try hammering steel yourself!
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The Nakazaki Residence
Visit this preserved nationally registered cultural property in the heart of Osafune.
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OSAFUNE
Hands-on Sword Appraisal Session
Our sword expert will explain the appraisal process, as well as some of the most famous artistic motifs
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OSAFUNE
Hands-on Sword Appraisal Session
Our sword expert will explain the appraisal process, as well as some of the most famous artistic motifs
Get details
OSAFUNE
Live Sword Forging Demonstration
The rhythmic clinking of the hammering and sparks flying is really a scene to behold.
Get details
OSAFUNE
Battojutsu: Katana Cutting Performance
Armored Samurai martial arts trainings are held at the sacred sword temple in Osafune.
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NAGASHIMA ISLAND
Nagashima-Aiseien History Musem
Uncover the moving history of those who lived in the leprosy sanatoriums on Nagashima Island
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NAGASHIMA ISLAND
Nagashima-Aiseien History Musem
Uncover the moving history of those who lived in the leprosy sanatoriums on Nagashima Island
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The Nakazaki Residence
Come visit this preserved nationally registered cultural property in the heart of Osafune.
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Samurai Sword Making with a Master
Experience a private guided visit to a swordsmith’s workshop and try hammering steel yourself!
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OSAFUNE
The Nakazaki Residence
Visit this preserved nationally registered cultural property in the heart of Osafune.
Get details
OSAFUNE
Samurai Sword Making with a Master
Experience a private guided visit to a swordsmith’s workshop and try hammering steel yourself!
Get details
OSAFUNE
Exclusive Sword-Making Session with a Master Swordsmith
Experience a private guided visit to a swordsmith’s workshop and try hammering steel yourself!
Get details
OSAFUNE
Exclusive Sword-Making Session with a Master Swordsmith
Experience a private guided visit to a swordsmith’s workshop and try hammering steel yourself!
Get details
