Tamahagane: Miracle Steel of Japanese Swords
Oct 29, 2022 · 49m
Director
Toshifumi KataokaOverview
Japanese swords fascinate collectors around the world. A special kind of steel called tamahagane is required to make them. This miraculous material is strong, flexible, rust-resistant, and produced through the ancient process of "tatara" ironmaking which takes place over three days and nights. Due to the COVID pandemic, there was only one production run in 2022, which was hit by a series of problems. Did the team meet the challenge? This documentary captures the essence of Japanese craftsmanship.
Cast of Tamahagane: Miracle Steel of Japanese Swords
Crew of Tamahagane: Miracle Steel of Japanese Swords
About Tamahagane: Miracle Steel of Japanese Swords
What is Tamahagane: Miracle Steel of Japanese Swords about?
Japanese swords fascinate collectors around the world. A special kind of steel called tamahagane is required to make them. This miraculous material is strong, flexible, rust-resistant, and produced through the ancient process of "tatara" ironmaking which takes place over three days and nights. Due to the COVID pandemic, there was only one production run in 2022, which was hit by a series of…
When was Tamahagane: Miracle Steel of Japanese Swords released?
Tamahagane: Miracle Steel of Japanese Swords was released on October 29, 2022.
How long is Tamahagane: Miracle Steel of Japanese Swords?
Tamahagane: Miracle Steel of Japanese Swords runs 49 minutes.
Who directed Tamahagane: Miracle Steel of Japanese Swords?
Tamahagane: Miracle Steel of Japanese Swords was directed by Toshifumi Kataoka.
Who is in the cast of Tamahagane: Miracle Steel of Japanese Swords?
The cast of Tamahagane: Miracle Steel of Japanese Swords includes Jeff Manning (Self - Narrator (voice)).