How Japanese Longbows Are Made! Watch This Master Craftsman Make Giant Bamboo Longbows From Scratch.

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[@itoibo4208]

Done. Realy nice.

[@jackwellbaum7287]

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[@RobertJohnson-gk2gj]

What about the string & arrows ? Treatment & care ? Are the bows coated ?

[@AnnatarTheMaia]

Hey, do you think that you could have packed any more commercial interruptions into your video? It has too many seconds of actual video in-between commercials, and only two commercials at a time! Absolutely unwatchable.

[@itoibo4208]

@@AnnatarTheMaia you guys are getting commercials?

[@beefsuprem0241]

I love that the Japanese have this attention to detail and pride in making traditional things. It seems a peaceful and fulfilling life.

[@funkychicken2119]

Me: Looks for one on Temu. 😁

[@byrondewhaus1750]

Yes, they may be a vicious and inhumane race, capable of the most abhorrent and evil atrocities of WW2, but their mastery of crafts, passed down from generation to generation, is second to none.

[@dave4818]

​@@byrondewhaus1750 , I hope you’re not generalizing all Japanese people or soldiers. It’s important to recognize that many Japanese soldiers during WWII were conscripted and had little choice in their involvement. Most followed orders out of duty and had a strong cultural emphasis on loyalty to their superiors and the emperor, which was deeply ingrained in them through education and military training at the time. Historian Haruko Taya Cook documented accounts of Japanese soldiers in Japan at War, showing that many experienced fear, reluctance, and even regret about their actions. Additionally, post-war testimonies have revealed that the strict militaristic regime allowed few options for dissent, with severe consequences for those who resisted. It’s crucial to differentiate between individual soldiers and the actions of wartime leadership.

[@sigitprabowo363]

Because it is made in peace time, when in wartime back then, all were mass produced and usually made in high speed and mobilized

[@ito2789]

@@dave4818 what about all the atrocities western society did on the countries and peoples they colonized?

[@s10m0t10n]

The investment of time - up to 20 years - to have the materials required for these bows is astonishing. May the family keep making them for generations to come.

[@PandaCheeks]

What,bamboo? 😂

[@Rufio1975]

​@@PandaCheeks You don't read much huh?

[@theshapeexists]

​@@PandaCheeks you don't care too much about skills, crafts, trades, or traditions, do you? It's evident. Maybe when your balls drop, your voice deepens, and you earn a paycheck....you just may understand these men are actual men. Your comment tells me you get upset about pronouns. Blue hair? Green? Pink?

[@bori_borii]

It doesn't take 20 years😂😂😂 to make a Yumi bruh

[@Lwilibert]

20 years 😅

[@stuartferguson7724]

I can't imagine the patience it takes to perfect these bows. Such beautiful craftsmanship.

[@mausewix]

It is always a pleasure to watch a really gifted craftsman doing his thing. But i love these crafts where everything you need is hands, feet, a small wooden hammer and the eye of the master to make something beautiful.

[@jamiemitchell5132]

So nice to watch a master going through the process that has probably not changed in generations joy to watch Thanks Jamie

[@scottrackley4457]

As a toolmaker, I can sit and watch a master make anything. Great content. Master Yokoyama has done this a time or two.

[@paulmccabe2966]

This is the kind of skill that makes me love my fellow humans...x

[@richardgreen7811]

If you happen to be in Tokyo, and staying at the Grand Palace Hotel ... as you leave the front door and turn left on the sidewalk, if you walk 1/2 block you will see the shop of an artisan who produces this equipment. The discipline and patience are astounding. I had the opportunity to witness a contest where this archery equipment is used from horseback. The horses are similar to American Polo Horses (small) and the rider / archers are lightly clad. They ride at full gallop down a roped lane while "not" holding the reigns. They draw their bow & arrow in a ritualistic fashion and shoot at a target that looks to be 14" in diameter. Amazingly, they hit the target virtually every time and are judged for center strikes. If your interests are more architectural, you have to visit the Emperor's Palace. Don't just walk in the open front gate, get a knowledgeable guide who will show you the intricacies of how the Emperor's Guards defended that gate and its secret panels. The history and many disciplines of Japan are a lesson in the art of life.

[@kingofcastlechaos]

I build furniture here in the US and use a lot of techniques from older generations. Sadly, in order to make a decent living I have to use loud power tools and wasteful processes. This is not my choice but by necessity. I really admire the Japanese for their ability to see the long view for their nation and continuity of it's crafting legacy. My absolute best days in the shop are when I can take time to do hand tool work at my bench but those days are few and far between it seems. The other problem is that we don't have craftspeople who will train others- there should be some sort of stipend for the extra time and energy it takes to pass along our skills to people who were not raised to respect their elders and have the attention span of a gnat. Teaching them is an incredible challenge and most of us know it is not their fault, so we end up partially raising them into functional adults too. Good video, thanks for making it.

[@ellsworthm.toohey7657]

The Amish do ! I was amazed at the quality of the furniture they make and for a decent price !

[@ProcessMaestroChannel]

Cheers. Thanks for the comment ❤️🥂

[@leeboy7139]

The Japanese awards some craft men and women and artists as "Living National Treasures" in order to keep traditional arts and crafts alive so they don't get lost in modern society. They are only a few who can be designated as LNTs in the field of crafts at any given time so craftsmen and artists compete to be awarded as LNTs so even non LNTs strive to produce the best possible products.

[@ellsworthm.toohey7657]

@@leeboy7139 True and the West should do the same as it is beneficial in ALL aspects of society because of the mentality it develops.

[@christophermorris22]

I am no craftsman, and I am not claiming to know anything, but I have seen that if you have like a channel on KZbin, TikTok, or Instagram, where you create videos (Long format on KZbin, short format on Instagram or TikTok) showing the prices of making the pieces by hand tends to attract people who either appreciate the craftsmanship or like the authenticity of the work. You possibly have done that but if not it is worth a try, do what you love. Sadly a lot of people can’t appreciate the beauty of handmade work but some people do, put your work out there. Not just finished but the process, it might help you find customers or even apprentices. Like I said I have no knowledge on the topic but I have seen multiple people do this and it seems to work, just giving an idea to help you create things the way you want to, which I believe is the most important thing. Best of luck to you my friend, and hey even if you can’t make it work business wise keep making stuff by hand, don’t loose your passion.

[@RonaldPetrin]

Regenerative beauty and functions of dead wood can often lead to harmony, with great craftsmanship. Truly gifts.

[@Desmond18674]

One of the vieuw remaining country's that keep his tradions alive❤ thanks for showing this knowledge and craftsmanship !

[@domainmojo2162]

Don't let the Woke mind-virus invade Japan. Pretty soon traditional bow-making will be seen as patriarchal oppression and "non-inclusive"!

[@twowheelsintokyo7039]

According to the license plate on the Kei Truck, this workshop is in Miyazaki Prefecture. A friend of mine comes from a family of master archery makers. He spent years learning to make arrows, his father was the master bow maker. After 15 years of making arrows, the son was sent to Western Japan to apprentice under another bow maker, and after becoming competent, returned home to finish learning the skill from his father. Japanese bows aren’t symmetrical, they are shorter on the bottom, and longer on the top. This makes it easier to make a very long bow which can be used by a shorter person, and also makes the bow more effective from horseback.

[@steelfoam2518]

I'd assume its originally designed for horseback archery since samurai were cavalry troops (spear and bow) just like knights. What kind of minor nobility walks? Afaik pike lines and foot archery wasn't common before foreign threats such as Mongols required to field more troops, and that bow isn't affordable for conscript armies.

[@twowheelsintokyo7039]

@@steelfoam2518 That is what I thought at first, but the number of horses and Cavalry in Japan were small relative to the number of foot troops. And most Japanese Cavalry were not bowman. My grandfather was a Cavalryman, one of the last generation which was mounted on horses. Even in the 20th century, the primary weapon of the Cavalry charge was the saber. When Colonel Patton commanded the 3rd Cavalry he greatly increased the number of saber drills, saying all troopers should be experts with the weapon.

[@sweetchariotengland]

I am just about to attempt a Yew Selfbow homage to the Japanese Longbow. First video is posted on my channel if anyone is interested. I have noticed the similarities in making and shooting bows myself. Both take great care and self reflection. The 20 year cure nature of the core wood is a statement to the dedication and patience it takes to get good at making and shooting these beautiful things. Thank you for sharing this precious knowledge

[@nacs]

The voiceover is a nice addition to the video. The bows are great as well!

[@OnAMissionToTheLoot]

Agreed

[@ProcessMaestroChannel]

Glad you think so!

[@vadimc2144]

I love it. Breath of fresh air. Distant land traditions, ancient noble craftsmanship. Thank you.

[@4everyoung936]

for them it is not building an arch for them it is a philosophy the lifestyle something that we Westerners will never be able to understand everything they do they do it to perfection . A big hello from Italy

[@craigmcmurray-nd3hf]

artists you dont see that much pride and level of love and detail these days the apitomy of taking pride in your work absolutly beautiful craftmanship

[@robertwallace9215]

There is a reverence for quality workmanship and tradition that continues to bring clientele to these craftsmen. May the continue to be blessed in their art and skills.

[@Phil-ut3bw]

Große handwerkskunst auf höchstem Niveau Chapeau den Meistern 🙏

[@davidbrewer7451]

Fascinating!!! It is almost unfathomable that such time and expertise is spent on producing anything in this modern world!!! How wonderful!!! 😊❤

[@luistrevino5959]

Its one very MATICULOUS process in creating such a beautiful bow? But it's worth it @ the end. 👏!

[@satan15151515]

A Samurai would have carried this bow with pride.

[@MorganGreen-lc2mc]

These guys are meticulously meticulous.

[@JoshJackson-lq7tj]

Simply incredible,that pattern weaving at the end was absolutely beautiful,a master at work

[@ProcessMaestroChannel]

Thank you very much!

[@TheMovieUniverse]

Most people have no idea what it takes to make bows. It's a real art form.

[@PandaCheeks]

Bamboo apparently...😂

[@HiddenJim7]

Thank God we ignorant phesants have kind people like You to tell us that. God bless You for Your unselfish kindness as You sit on Your high horse.

[@techfreak111]

Some dude did it with stuff from home depot. Not that deep

[@MrBetabit]

I like that the cutting is done in the winter forest.

[@acedrumminman]

The foresight of their ancestors leaving the wood curing for generations...

[@dunningkruger3774]

I lived in Japan for 3 years during the Vietnam war as a Military Dependent. To witness the discipline in life was eye opening for an impressionable teen.

[@Stevos_HookedonRods4844]

Wow, Absolute craftmanship at its superb finest 🙏🙏 A pleasure to watch 🙏

[@evelyntanswell3311]

Amazing! Absolutely awesome craftsmanship. I'm in awe of these gentlemen.

[@ProcessMaestroChannel]

Thank you very much!

[@elessartelcontar8208]

Back then they perfected the art of making traditional Japanese longbows for back then. Nowadays it’s possible to make them with carbon fiber, fiber glass, foam, perhaps some other materials and bamboo. You can even make take down bows which don’t kill your budget when taking them on a flight. These are pieces of art made in a specific fashion.

[@gyurmethlodroe1774]

Beauty, Quality and perfection is the Japanese way....

[@doug6813]

The more I learn a about Chinese and Japanese traditions the more respect I have

[@大塚一筆ニキ]

China😂

[@FredSlocombe]

I'm interested in how they discovered these processes. Through trial and error? Did they do arduous testing of bamboo through smoking and roasting? This is utterly fascinating!

[@mattcastellanos2178]

in awe of a 200 step process, each executed by humans to very small error.

[@Nickgowans]

Who would have thought you could make such an impressive weapon out of grass

[@karma2745]

The generational things about Japanese is so amazing

[@АсхатМурсалимов]

Церемония всякого действа в Японии поражает. Каждое движение, положение ног, рук и других частей тела отточено веками. На это можно смотреть вечно, как на огонь.

[@dougdumbrill7234]

To carry a bow that is beautiful and well crafted is a rewarding experience in itself. The fact it is also an effective machine, satisfying in its intended use makes it even more enjoyable! I do hunt with my handmade bows, but we are far past this (or war use) being a necessity where efficiency is paramount!🤓

[@shahidqazi8980]

A master piece. A master skill.

[@RonaldPetrin]

Beauty in simplicity and purity of its essence is palpable.

[@ProcessMaestroChannel]

❤️❤️

[@johnfuller6338]

This wonderfully educating, I have seen only 1 of these bows at a archery show, an I was amazed at the construction.

[@robertm68]

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL THANK YOU!!!!

[@ProcessMaestroChannel]

Glad you like it!

[@mhansen111]

so breathlessly beautiful!

[@Rom-g5b]

Thank you ❤❤❤❤❤

[@ChasOnErie]

Something done the right way !!!!

[@lukasstrne3780]

Beautiful work!😮😮😮

[@cesarrigobelo4567]

Sensacional...! que habilidade...!

[@RonaldPetrin]

A positive intergenerational cycle worthy in preserving such functionality taking a meticulously crafted talent creating miracles that reep benefits and skills to regenerate disciplines all are passed on through generations. Zen like

[@joemason9187]

Wonderful skill

[@TheOminousVoidWispers]

Ive wanted one of these for decades

[@CristiNeagu]

I was expecting these bows to be much more expensive than they are, given the materials used and the level of craftsmanship. Looks like Japan still have true craftsmen, not like in Europe where it is a luxury, not a normal part of life.

[@abdulayarna5400]

The background music is soo soothing 😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@nizarmurar]

Wonderful and mesmerizing ❤. Wow

[@Rogueone162]

Ce sont des maîtres ❤❤❤❤

[@tabaldak5184]

Masterful

[@lukeprins458]

Wow inspiring and Amazing Art

[@ProcessMaestroChannel]

Thank you so much 😀

[@vernonwjones]

Amazing , as with many things, how it was all worked out

[@ejon]

Wow, much craftsmanship! Please make me a Nibus 2000!

[@petermeszaros5674]

Tisztelet ennek az ősi mesterségnek.!👍

[@TheMixmastamike1000]

incredible craftsmanship. I want one.

[@brentbauer8258]

Incredible

[@sahanviraj]

any ghost of tsuhima fans here?

[@jamesmoon8947]

Splendid 💯

[@nuberiffic]

Shaking hands with that old dude must be like putting your hand in a vice grip made of sandpaper

[@miguelravara]

Love the intro

[@davechavezjr5399]

Fascinating attention to detail! Patience and concentration is uniquely required but what is most interesting is that these bows are essentially made from grass! Bamboo is basically a species of grass!

[@imy11]

I was actually disappointed at the end that he didn't hit even 1 bullseye 😂

[@um3035]

Same type of bows are made from bamboo in my village also but these japanese bows are extremely complicated . In my village they are made in easy way and in very short duration

[@gatocles99]

That is not how they were made. That is how modern bamboo bows are made.

[@Keekay91]

truely amazing. But i gotta know. Who was the first guy to wake up one day and decide "im going to make a bow using bamboo, string, and more bamboo."

[@notonlysunandbeach2567]

The Japanese have a wonderful marketing industry.

[@shadow_crne1030]

I'd love to get my hands on one of those beauties.

[@moviesnow4601]

Wow this video has 17 ads for me. What a treat

[@warrengalliano6103]

Beautifully done, don't think I'll be taking up Japanese archery any time soon. Looks quite unwieldy to shoot.

[@BenEmberley]

I'm a Kyudo practitioner, and I've been practising Kyudo since 2008. I use Yokoyama Reimei's bows. One of my first (and strongest) I've given the name "Miyu" 🙂

[@davewebster5120]

If earth was like age of empires the asians really got a huge, early tech tree boost with access to bamboo. It's one of the most useful materials around. It's kind of sad, to me, how the katana captured the world's attention for samurai when they didn't actually get used as much during times of war unlike the bow or yari. very cool.

[@DIOSpeedDemon]

what does a finished bow , cost , if they are for sale or if you Could buy one in US dollars, thank you.

[@ProcessMaestroChannel]

From their website in the description it goes for around $800-$1000 USD

[@tonys2683]

@@ProcessMaestroChannel Honestly that's a lot less expensive than I expected.

[@Daniel-wt9bh]

@@tonys2683 Considering the amount of years it takes for the bamboo to be prepared hahaha

[@Kyojinsei]

The bow is so beautiful, I'm ser captivated, Japanese craftsmanship is something akin to Kami. Namaste 🙏

[@ProcessMaestroChannel]

Couldn't agree more!

[@stephenballard3759]

Interesting. I had read that mulberry was the preferred wood for the wooden core of a bow. I also can barely believe they smoke it for 5 years.

[@hosoiarchives4858]

Most important is the business attire

[@Soulsmithing]

A plant that grows in a year makes a product that is used for decades. That sounds better than trees that grow for decades being used for products that are disposable.

[@RonaldPetrin]

True magnificent beauty.

[@ProcessMaestroChannel]

Couldn't agree more

[@aksium_]

You had to use AI for the thumbnail? You couldn't just use a screenshot from the video?

[@kylieking4901]

WOW😮

[@rogerking4107]

Don't invest in Gold! This Craftsmanship is Gold.

[@PETERPan-f5v]

BEAUTIFUL WORKMANSHIP. I WONDER HOW MUCH THAY COST .

[@josephreichart7545]

Nice artistry

[@miquelfortuny4383]

Hola admiro molt el teu treball ets tu n crack 👍👍

[@oldgregg86.]

I'm going to make one of these. Can't wait to start it in 2044.

[@user-tb2xt134w]

Japanes,ka 🇯🇵👈💯👍🏻

[@TheOminousVoidWispers]

The smoke room has to smell amazing.....

[@sangminlee1325]

두분 귀여워

[@samweirich5973]

@ 4:10 "For their grandchildren and great grandchildren".... well there's only one problem with that: Japan's population is imploding because Japanese aren't having kids anymore. If you wish to preserve this magnificent tradition and Japanese culture, then you'd better be having children.

[@sunraylight8]

kamagong dati ang ginagawa bow may nakita ako niyan noon matibay sa rattan bamboo madali masira kapag tumagal

[@kentcostello5286]

I'm sorry they aren't bows they are works of art.

[@xarx117]

he kept his shoes in the house!!!!

[@markchapman2963]

Thanks for this video as an English man I understand stand just a little bit there is so much moto the hole thing

[@Yzariel]

I’m missing the complete shaping of the bow. Not only gluing it but also shaping before it gets its string.