Ōno Yoshimitsu Mukansa And The Quiet Art Of The Katana

Introduction: A Quiet Master In the quiet hills of northern Japan, a fire burns low in a traditional forge. Steel meets stone, and the work begins. This is where Ōno Yoshimitsu Mukansa shapes his blades—patiently, precisely. He does not seek attention. He does not need titles. The word “Mukansa” means “above judgment.” It is not […]