This time, was the second event in Okinawa this year.
More than a hundred people visited us and I was especially glad to see one of the more famous Iai-Shihan from Okinawa return.
His knowledge seems to be growing steadily, and he has good taste in Japanese swords.
We also had quite a few foreign visitors stationed in Okinawa visit. I’m always happy to see how a common interest in the sword can make people connect and learn from each other. This is something I value greatly.
Although Okinawa has very few sword shops, I feel the interest from people living there is growing stronger every year. This is something that makes me very happy as it is this interest that spreads and promotes knowledge and understanding for the Japanese sword.
In Okinawa, there is only one active sword smith and I was delighted to meet him again this time.
All things considered, this was an event that was very enjoyable, and I can not wait to go back to Okinawa again.