A SECRET Process of a Japanese SWORD-SMITH - EP6: ~FLEXIBLE HEAD~ Sword of Transformation.

[@YashaYukawa]

Please check the description box for the explanation of the “aficionado notes”. (Excuse the noisy background. The river is very happy today.) Thank you for watching!

[@tiredhero]

So glad you posted i keep checking every week Your channel just incase i missed it.

[@YashaYukawa]

Thank you for the enthusiasm! I'll try my best to keep posting in time.

[@MSmith-jf5wo]

I had a chance to go to a REAL Swordsmith Shop the second time I was in Japan, but weather prevented it. (I DID bring back a couple of knives and a Katana when I left Japan, back in the mid '60's, though!). Always loved the Japanese culture and history (wish more people were like that in the world...!). Thank you so much for bringing these videos on line, where I can get to see just how a REAL sword is made (I've been "tinkering around" with making knives for over 65 years, and learn something NEW every time I talk to another Bladesmith...!).

[@lsuino]

I just bought your kitchen knife. Cant' wait to receive it!

[@YashaYukawa]

Oh, thank you! I didn't know the shop was working! I will send you an email. Please check it! Thank you!

[@TDSFounder]

Forging steel is always so relaxing to watch.

[@YashaYukawa]

Thank you! It's relaxing to forge as well.

[@mzeusk13]

Go KZbin algorithm, recommend this!

[@YashaYukawa]

Yes please! 🙌 Thank you!😂

[@levihoff7923]

Please keep the videos coming. I eagerly await each video posted!

[@YashaYukawa]

Thank you! I’ll try my best to keep posting.

[@lornemcneil]

Please do sir​@@YashaYukawa

[@sysop007]

Glad you are doing well! 🙏🏻 Thank you for these insightful videos! 🩷🙏🏻👏🏻

[@YashaYukawa]

Thank you so much! I appreciate your support! 🙏

[@steinos]

Takk for at du deler av din kunnskap! Your mix of knowledge and humor is brillian! I am already looking forward to episode 7! Hilsen fra Norge 🙂

[@YashaYukawa]

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[@fabiopiovani4449]

I can’t wait for the next episode. Loving the series so much!!!!

[@YashaYukawa]

Thank you for the support!!!

[@desiredonekhl]

Thank you for taking the time to produce this wonderful series, it is a privilege to see you work and learn the many processes that go into producing a sword. A few questions if I may: 1. At 5:20 you lightly tap the tang with the sharp edge of a hammer/ax. What does that do? I think you did lightly tap the tip too with the same sharp edge 2. Is the constant rolling of the heated bar in straw ash for adding carbon to the blade, and therefore the fact that you were not doing this when forging the tip, was to lower the carbon content of that area? 3. What does the monitoring of the weight of the bar tell you? I noticed that you keep a close eye on the weight as you work the steel

[@YashaYukawa]

Thank you so much for your kind comment. 1. It's to get rid of oxidation. If you look again you may notice that I also drop water on the surface, which cools down the oxidation to ease the process. 2. It's important with a controlled and even decarbonization. Without ash, the surface would get "burnt up”. 3. The weight tells me the possible dimension of the sword, as I loose a lot of weight during the refining process.

[@desiredonekhl]

@@YashaYukawa many thanks for your reply and clarification. I think I share everyone’s sentiment in saying that we are all eagerly waiting for your next video. I personally am particularly looking forward to seeing you apply the clay ❤️❤️

[@medican117]

Awesome video. I love watching blacksmith videos. Greetings from Austria 🇦🇹 😊

[@YashaYukawa]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@arcopierik3894]

Thanks for another great video. I love seeing the entire process in steps. And the explanation is fun to watch. Thank you.

[@YashaYukawa]

Thank you! I appreciate your kind comment.

[@jeyycie3656]

As someone who trains in Battodo and Iaido for years, I've always been fascinated with Japanese sword making and those beautiful blades, thank you for your sharing this (difficult) but incredible craft.

[@YashaYukawa]

thank you for your words, and good luck with your training!

[@RayFilbeck]

Your really respect for what you do. Got me learning make knives and how to sharpen them. Crazy how one video can lead to so many possibilities. Thank you.

[@YashaYukawa]

Sounds amazing! Thank you for sharing, and I wish you much success in your endeavors!

[@xXjOmAmMaXx]

Excellent series, thank you for taking the time to document and explain everything as you have been! Certainly a must watch for all who love the Japanese sword!

[@YashaYukawa]

Thank you for your kind comment and support!

[@marionette3290]

このビデオをアップロードしてくれてありがとうございます :)

[@YashaYukawa]

マリウス！ありがとう！

[@DWMurry]

Fascinating. Thank You

[@YashaYukawa]

Thank you! 🙏

[@beezo2560]

I enjoy your videos. Thank you. 👍

[@YashaYukawa]

I'm glad to hear that. Thank you! 🙏

[@carvalholuis4341]

Obrigado!!!

[@YashaYukawa]

Sempre as ordens!

[@margrab8561]

Great educational video ! Very rare lesson . Best wishes from Vietnam

[@YashaYukawa]

Thank you! Hope you’re doing good!

[@trentoncarr]

Brilliant content, thank you.

[@YashaYukawa]

Thank you! 🙏

[@Peekingduck]

This process is so cool to be able to follow along !

[@YashaYukawa]

Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@iancrump4369]

Another great video mate awesome to see 🔥⚒️👌

[@YashaYukawa]

Thanks a lot! 🔥🙏🔥

[@GuilhermeNigri-zx1xw]

Very nice video! Waiting for episode 7!

[@jeanladoire4141]

Thanks a lot for these videos !!! I love seeing how you work, it's very interesting.

[@YashaYukawa]

Thank you so much for your kind comment!

[@kriticalguy5674]

Man I can't wait for the next episode! quick question, will we be able to see the polishing process as well? I know it's not the job of the swordsmith to do that but, it would be very pleasurable to see.

[@YashaYukawa]

Thank you for your comment! In this series I will not be able to disturb my polisher. But for another video for sure.

[@nahte123]

Thank you for this video! How is the carbon controlled at this point? And what dimensions are you looking for when you take measurements/how does that translate to the final dimensions?

[@YashaYukawa]

Thank you for your comment! The carbon is reduced by slowly "boiling" the steel, and hammer it. The dimensions will be decided at the next stage. Here I just want to make sure I have enough volume to work with later.

[@nahte123]

@@YashaYukawa Thank you for the response! I look forward to the next episode.

[@riazpatel5296]

I had to watch this again, focusing on how you concentrated on the back of the potential blade, I am wondering if you are looking for a flat top or a rising taper at this stage of shaping?

[@YashaYukawa]

Thank you for your comment. At this stage, I'm just drawing it out slightly. Later I'll hammer the back, as a "roof-top" shape.

[@riazpatel5296]

@@YashaYukawa thank you for your willingness to share these details, I am sure that there are more important things to ponder than replying to silly questions from the peanut gallery, so your effort is greatly appreciated!

[@YashaYukawa]

@riazpatel5296 you’re welcome, and thank you for the laugh 😂

[@DongylCKC]

Is it possible to learn the techniques of forging katanas as a foreigner, Mr Yasha? I am from Canada and I plan to study with a Japanese swordsman during my college vacations for about several months. Is there any place in Japan where accepts foreign apprentice for a short term?😊

[@YashaYukawa]

Sure. It's very unlikely but may be possible, and it's mostly up to you. If you send me an email we could perhaps discuss it.

[@leonidas231]

did the softer metal core go in?

[@ImStayGold42]

Yasha san, how did this sword turn out? I'd really like to see it along with an update on how life is going! Gambatte kudasai! 🙇‍♂️

[@Xempt_One]

This video didnt pop up like the others have, lucky i checked!!!

[@YashaYukawa]

Thank you for letting me know. Perhaps turning on the notification bell might help?

[@williamavery9185]

In the time it has taken you to make this sword an Edo period Smith would have made probably completed 20-30 ! And where did the ice come from to quench the blade in August, a runner to and from mt. Fuji ? Bit of bulshit here ?

[@buny1p967]

20-30??? yeah sure where did you see that and even if that were to be true (which it isnt) the quality would be horrible. Btw are you sure you ment the Edo Period and not the Sengoku Period where there was actual war and need for swords. Also Im sure anyone working on making a very high quality sword would take their time and make sure everything goes perfectly even smiths from the past. This is also an Heirloom Sword that will be passed down from generation to generation and is being made with the most effort and the highest quality a sword could be made with.

[@BronzeAgePuritan]

This isn't a race.

[@lorneclose7312]

Have you ever forged even a small blade. Obviously just another keyboard warrior go back under your rock

[@buny1p967]

Note: You probably mean Uchigatana which are made in weeks and are ment to be disposed of after its first use.

[@Trickshot72]

Someone needs to tell Keanu Reeves he has a long lost brother.