Attraction
Bizen Osafune Sword Museum 備前長船刀剣博物館
See some of the finest cutting weapons ever produced, and how they're made and maintained
The Bizen Osafune Sword Museum displays blades made by long-dead master swordsmiths, but that's not all. This is a learning center as well, with workshops and seminars on the craft held frequently, including the sword-making process.
Don't Miss
- Seeing master swordsmiths at work
- Attending a sword maintenance seminar
- Talking to master craftspeople
How to Get There
You can reach the museum by train.
Take the Ako Line from JR Okayama Station to JR Osafune Station, then a taxi to the Sword Museum.
Watch a blade being forged
Witness firsthand the sword-making process, and talk directly with the craftspeople who specialize in particular parts of the sword.
Special events
Organized in the style of a village, the museum often holds special events.
One of the best-known exhibits featured swords from the legendary Evangelion animated series.
The latest information may differ, so please check the official website
* The information on this page may be subject to change due to COVID-19.
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