Akasaka Tadamasa

Background

Akasaka Tadamasa was born in about 1630. Came from Kyoto to Akasaka in Yedo.

Career

During the Kan-ei Era (1624-43), he came from Kyoto to Akasaka in Yedo. Excelled in the art of iron tempering and casting and created his own style of sword-hilt making. His descendants succeeded to his occupation for eight generations. They included many masters in sword-hilt making, their products being called Akasaka Hilts. Their style is called the Akasaka School.

Achievements

• Created his own sword-hilt making style - Akasaka School.