Kyoto Japanese Kitchen Knife Forging Experience
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Forge Your Own Japanese Kitchen Knife at a 200-Year-Old Kyoto Blacksmith
Step into the world of Japanese traditional craftsmanship at Kanetaka Hamono, a renowned bladesmith with over 200 years of history in Kyoto.
In this hands-on forging experience, you will heat steel until red-hot, shape it with a hammer, and grind it into your very own Japanese kitchen knife — choosing from a santoku, nakiri, or bunka style. Select your preferred blade type and handle material, then forge your knife under the guidance of a master craftsman.
During the experience, you'll learn about the history and tradition of Japanese blades, the types of steel used, and the secrets behind their legendary sharpness.
Please note: Your finished knife will be completed by the artisan after the experience and shipped to you within approximately 6–8 weeks. International shipping is available.
Experience
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Tour Plans
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60,000
Kyoto
1-6 participants
90 mins
Available in English
Cancel free up to 1 days prior
* If fewer than 1 participants, the minimum fee will be JPY60,000 ~
Things to know
price
The price covers experience, facility charges, translation service fees, and taxes.
This experience requires a minimum of 1 people. The minimum guarantee charge will be applied if the requested number of guests is less than 1 people.
Maximum number
Up to 6 people per booking
All experiences are private for your group. We do not arrange mixed sessions.
Payment
Payment in advance
Credit card (JPY) only
Booking deadline
Booking must be made at least 1 days before the experience date.
Cancellation policy
Our cancellation policy allows for a full refund if you cancel your booking 1 days before the experience date. Please contact before 05:00 PM (JST).
Changes to the schedule are not allowed after the cancellation policy is applied. If you wish to make changes to the schedule or the number of guests before the cancellation policy applies, please cancel your reservation and then rebook.
Guest requirements
Minors under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult guardian over 18 years of age. The same admission fee applies to both adults and children.
Clothes
The experience in the venue is conducted with shoes removed. Guests are asked to wear socks or stockings to avoid going barefoot.
Clothing and footwear that are easy to walk around in are recommended (e.g. pants and sneakers)
Please remove accessories (rings, earrings, necklaces, etc.) before the experience.
