Swedish man preserving art of Japanese sword-crafting

Swedish man preserving art of Japanese sword-crafting

Hans Koga, a Swedish man who has become a protector of ancient Japanese sword making techniques, shows off his product in Nagomi, southwestern Japan, on Dec. 14, 2017. Koga is one of the rare "koshirae" craftsmen specializing in meticulously repairing the exterior, including the handle and sheath, of Japanese swords. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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