This is the 7365th most frequent Japanese word.
仕込
"仕込" (shikomi) refers to preparation, training, or the act of stuffing/embedding something.
In this sentence, '仕込' is used to mean 'to craft' or 'manufacture', involving skilled preparation or production of something.
その職人は素晴らしい刀を仕込んでいる。
The artisan is crafting a magnificent sword.
Here, '仕込' signifies the act of learning or acquiring skills, emphasizing practice and effort leading to mastery.
彼は新しい技術を仕込む努力をしている。
He is making efforts to acquire and practice a new technique.
In this example, '仕込' pertains to preparation or setup required before a process, typically involving handling or arranging components.