Shijimaya-Honpo Japanese Sword Appreciation
Beloved for their dignified beauty, Japanese swords have garnered many fans worldwide. Various famous swords are exhibited at museums and art galleries, but the "Shijimaya-Honpo" experience program allows visitors to hold a sword and really appreciate it by feeling its weight in their hands.
What an amazing experience! The family are so welcoming to their home. You will learn all about their samurai and merchant ancestors first hand. Masahisa is so knowledgeable and will answer every question you have. Handling an actual 500 year old family sword and learning a few moves in traditional clothing is an experience we will never forget. Thank you so much Masahisa and I cannot recommend you enough!