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Scissors

After scissors arrived in Japan, they evolved in unique ways. Japanese artisans applied traditional sword-making techniques to the creation of a broad variety of highly specialized and customized tools. Our guest is Kawasumi Masakuni, a third-generation maker of bonsai scissors. He demonstrates several different types and talks about the latest innovations. He also comments on changing perceptions of bladed tools in Japan, and his hopes for the future.

English
  • Originally Aired September 16, 2021
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Network NHK World
  • Created September 10, 2021 by
    BARAKANiO
  • Modified September 10, 2021 by
    BARAKANiO