noun
smith; metalsmith; swordsmith
Historical term for a smith who works metal by hammering, especially a swordsmith. Rare in modern usage; mainly encountered in historical or traditional craft contexts.
打ち物師は刀剣や武具を鍛えた職人を指す。
Uchimonoshi refers to a craftsman who forged swords and armor.
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In the past, many smiths lived in this area.
鍛冶屋 is a more common and general term for a blacksmith or metalworker, while 打ち物師 is a historical term specifically for a smith who hammers metal, often associated with sword-making.
Compound of 打ち物 (uchimono, 'hammered object') + 師 (shi, 'master, specialist'). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the term likely emerged in the context of traditional Japanese metalworking.