Secrets of the Samurai Sword

200753 min8.0

Directed by

John Wate

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NOVA,PBS,Samurai,katana

Synopsis

Nova follows the creation of a katana from raw iron ore to finished masterpiece, through the hands of fifteen master artisans as scientists explain the chemistry and physics at each step that makes it a superb piece of engineering.

Cast and Crew

Cast: Rob Tinworth, Takako Hayashi

Composer: Chee Wei Tay

Producers: Paula Aspell, Colin Barratt

Production: PBS Digital Studios

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