Nigara Hamono 二唐刃物

During the early Edo Period, Hirosaki thrived as a castle town, home to over one hundred forging shops. Among them, Nigara Forging stands out as a historic Tsugaru blacksmith shop that has preserved its rich history and art. For centuries, Nigara Forging has upheld traditional forging techniques, remaining dedicated to crafting high-quality blades. The process of folding and hammering soft iron and steel imparts a unique beauty to each knife they create.