Seki Damascus Knife Making Day Tour with Lunch & Blade Heritage

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5.0(35 đánh giá)

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5 giờ

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Craft your own professional Damascus kitchen knife in the legendary sword town of Seki, Gifu!

Guided by a master blade-smith who have experience over 50years, you’ll sharpen, polish, and engrave your own knife — then test its sharpness on fresh vegetables.

This is not a rushed group workshop. Each guest is patiently guided step by step at their own pace.

And also enjoy a delicious Japanese lunch after making knife.

・Personalized Damascus knife-making experience

・Choose your favorite style Knives from Santoku, Gyuto, Nakiri, and Bunka

・Hands-on polishing, sharpening, engraving and assembly

・Test the sharpness of your finished blade

・Signed certificate of completion

Seki has a long history of blade making and is known today for high-quality kitchen knives used by chefs and home cooks around the world. Through this experience, you will not only create a beautiful Damascus knife, but also learn about the care, precision, and spirit behind Japanese blade craftsmanship.

Thông tin khác

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

You can easily join for a day trip, roughly 1.5~2 hours by train from Kyoto

Cần Quan Tâm

Knife Museum

Make Your Own Samurai Knife at the Knife Museum in Seki city, Gifu pref. You can see several kind of rare and unique knives all over the world. You can have experience for making your own knife with craftsman as your treasure of Japanese memory. G.SAKAI is a leadingJapanese knife producer with trade partners all over the world. The variety of their products and their high-quality knives have been acknowledged by many customers around the globe, in fact they exhibited at the Milan trade fair "Salone del Mobile Milano"in 2017-the global benchmark event for the furnishing and design sector. G.SAKAI's knives are now used in various professional fields, such as cookery, hunting, outdoor sports, and even military training. In this activity, you will visit the Knife Museum just next to G.SAKAI's factory. There you will see interesting rare items and exhibits from all over the world. You will construct your own knife in the atelier by assembly, polishing, sharpening, and writing your name.

2 hours • Bao Gồm Vé

Visit at Swordsmith Museum, you can learn deeply Samurai and Japanese swords history in Japan. Seki City in Gifu Prefecture developed as a major center for Sword making as early as the 13th century thanks to rich deposits of iron sand in the local Nagara River. During the Edo period, there were several hundred blacksmiths producing a large number of Samurai Swords and Knives.

1 hour • Bao Gồm Vé

Tùy chọn

Make Your Own Damascus Kitchen Knife in Samurai Sword Town

Pickup included

Bao gồm

English speaking guide and support

Name engraving on your knife

Licensed Private transportation in Luxury Vehicle

Certificate of completion

Entry fee (Museum)

Japanese traditional cuisine with local fresh vegetables

Souvenir of necklace (limited-time gift)

Knife-making workshop with a Damascus Kitchen Knife - choose from Santoku, Gyuto, Nakiri, Bunka

Step-by-step guidance by a master knife craftsman

Chính sách hủy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Đánh giá

5.00

35 đánh giá

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Epic. Beyond expectations. Awesome!
ericnV9160SS,11 thg 6, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Yoshi and Sumi were super flexible, honest, patient and engaging with the whole group even after I decided to make the hinting kkife instead!! The final product was beyond my expectations and timeless keepsake for me in remembrance of my 2nd time in Seki. Sushi lunch was great and Hiro was very pleasant and accommodating even dropping me at the doorstep of my favorite Unagi restaurant in Seki after the experience.
Highly recommend.
Heather S,7 thg 4, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
We had such a great day. Everyone was very patient and and the experience was super fun. All of the process was explained, lunch was great and the sword factory was very cool.
Amazing knife experience
Daniel R,26 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Very nice experience, all people take tine for you and explain things slowly. They show you around seki and give you the opportunity to learn more about knifes and swords. The Lunch was amazing in a small shuschi restaurant. I recommend it.
Great!
James L,24 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Hiro showed great hospitality. I enjoyed my time with him and those he introduced me to. The knife I made for my father is awesome, lunch was delicious and I especially enjoyed holding a samurai sword. Arigatou Gozaimazu.
A memorable experience to take home and use.
joshuavP4241EZ,22 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
A memorable and enjoyable experience of completing a kitchen knife provided by Hiro-san and the Knife Markers at G.Sakai. You get to choose your style of knife and the handle material. You learn about polishing, etching, and sharpening. Details were provided at every step, and the instructors provided additional information about their work during the experience. They make so many different styles of knives. After the knife-making experience, Hiro-san brought me to a local place for lunch, the fresh sashimi and tempura were amazing. Rather than going to the Katana Museum, Hiro-san took me to Nosyudo, a local business making and repairing Katana. The staff there were amazing, and I got to experience a guided tour of their factory. They even have a couple of muskets. Thanks again to Hiro-san and MOST JAPAN for the amazing experience.
A wonderful experience...
Prudence S,12 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
A wonderful experience for our group of 4. We practiced the art of knife making with a master, had a fantastic lunch, learnt about samurai swords. We got to take home the knives we made as well as some wonderful memories. Thanks to Hiro for a great day!
If you have any interest...
Lachlan O,20 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
If you have any interest in knives at all, or simply wish to experience the practice that’s been ongoing at this location for over 100 years, this experience is a must. Even though I was late, the three people I met (Hiro, Sumi, and Yoshi) were super kind and supportive, ensuring I experienced the whole experience as a solo traveller. They were super kind and ensured the experience is one I will never forget.
Most memorable and wholesome experience in my entire Japan tour!!
164darwins,25 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Did a tour of Japan from Nagoya, Hiroshima, Beppu, and this was the most memorable experience! Hiro was a fantastic guide and had great command of English, he was very funny and matched our energy. The CEO of the knife making factory and his staff were very caring and it felt like a team event. We also got to experience a Katana museum where we could hold authentic katana's (RARE) and see a live demonstration by the local Kendo Club. We didn't get to forge our own blades (thank god) but it still took 4 hours to polish, sand, and chemical etch our kanji and Katakana names on the blade. We also got to choose options such as blade style and handle color (black, light wood, etc). The end product was a very sharp Damascus steel knife that could easily cut paper, and we tested it on tomato. I even accidentally cut myself it was so insanely sharp (human test lol)! Most of all it was a unforgettable experience. Also I had the best Tonkatsu I've ever had in my life at a local shop as Hiro offered Tonkatsu, Unagi, Sushi, etc for our lunch option. I am a Japan veteran who lived there for a few years and have over 8 trips on my belt, but I have yet to have such a wholesome and rewarding experience such as this. It warms my heart that they open up a bit of history and culture to tourists alike so that they can pass down some of their knowledge and experience, and we get to see what it feels like to be an apprentice to a truly professional blacksmith. All personal touches and handmade presents from the staff were very heartfelt and lovely! Lets not forget the fun way we tested our knifes on water bottles like kids in the yard lol. The long train ride is definitely worth it. Please don't hesitate to book, and any other events by MOST JAPAN I fully endorse, Hiro is an amazing person!
That it is with a very...
Frank v,26 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
That it is with a very small group so you get all the attention you need. Furthermore that the 2 brothers Sakai are very passionate about the process of making knives.
Wonderful and one of a kind
Pioneer495423,23 thg 7, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
This was easily one of the best things we did in Japan. Everything was super well organized, but at the same time it felt easygoing and personal. Our guides and hosts were so warm and welcoming from the start. They didn’t just show us how to make a samurai knife—they really shared a piece of Seki with us. They made the whole process fun and meaningful without ever feeling intimidating. What really made it stand out was how much effort they put into making the day feel special. It felt more like spending the day with new friends. They showed us things we never would’ve found on our own, way beyond the typical tourist stuff. That made it all the more memorable. If you’re looking for something truly unique, personal, and full of heart, this is the experience to go for. We’re so glad we did!

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Seki Damascus Knife Making Day Tour with Lunch & Blade Heritage

5.00

5.0(35 đánh giá)

Tour riêng

5 giờ

Tiếng Anh

Vé di động

Show all 45 photos

Tổng quát

Ngôn ngữ có sẵn

Tiếng Anh

5 giờ

Vé di động

Craft your own professional Damascus kitchen knife in the legendary sword town of Seki, Gifu!

Guided by a master blade-smith who have experience over 50years, you’ll sharpen, polish, and engrave your own knife — then test its sharpness on fresh vegetables.

This is not a rushed group workshop. Each guest is patiently guided step by step at their own pace.

And also enjoy a delicious Japanese lunch after making knife.

・Personalized Damascus knife-making experience

・Choose your favorite style Knives from Santoku, Gyuto, Nakiri, and Bunka

・Hands-on polishing, sharpening, engraving and assembly

・Test the sharpness of your finished blade

・Signed certificate of completion

Thông tin khác

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

You can easily join for a day trip, roughly 1.5~2 hours by train from Kyoto

Cần Quan Tâm

Knife Museum

2 hours • Bao Gồm Vé

1 hour • Bao Gồm Vé

Tùy chọn

Make Your Own Damascus Kitchen Knife in Samurai Sword Town

Pickup included

Bao gồm

English speaking guide and support

Name engraving on your knife

Licensed Private transportation in Luxury Vehicle

Certificate of completion

Entry fee (Museum)

Japanese traditional cuisine with local fresh vegetables

Souvenir of necklace (limited-time gift)

Knife-making workshop with a Damascus Kitchen Knife - choose from Santoku, Gyuto, Nakiri, Bunka

Step-by-step guidance by a master knife craftsman

Chính sách hủy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Đánh giá

5.00

35 đánh giá

Tổng số đánh giá và xếp hạng từ Viator & TripAdvisor

Epic. Beyond expectations. Awesome!
ericnV9160SS,11 thg 6, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Yoshi and Sumi were super flexible, honest, patient and engaging with the whole group even after I decided to make the hinting kkife instead!! The final product was beyond my expectations and timeless keepsake for me in remembrance of my 2nd time in Seki. Sushi lunch was great and Hiro was very pleasant and accommodating even dropping me at the doorstep of my favorite Unagi restaurant in Seki after the experience.
Highly recommend.
Heather S,7 thg 4, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
We had such a great day. Everyone was very patient and and the experience was super fun. All of the process was explained, lunch was great and the sword factory was very cool.
Amazing knife experience
Daniel R,26 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Very nice experience, all people take tine for you and explain things slowly. They show you around seki and give you the opportunity to learn more about knifes and swords. The Lunch was amazing in a small shuschi restaurant. I recommend it.
Great!
James L,24 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Hiro showed great hospitality. I enjoyed my time with him and those he introduced me to. The knife I made for my father is awesome, lunch was delicious and I especially enjoyed holding a samurai sword. Arigatou Gozaimazu.
A memorable experience to take home and use.
joshuavP4241EZ,22 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
A memorable and enjoyable experience of completing a kitchen knife provided by Hiro-san and the Knife Markers at G.Sakai. You get to choose your style of knife and the handle material. You learn about polishing, etching, and sharpening. Details were provided at every step, and the instructors provided additional information about their work during the experience. They make so many different styles of knives. After the knife-making experience, Hiro-san brought me to a local place for lunch, the fresh sashimi and tempura were amazing. Rather than going to the Katana Museum, Hiro-san took me to Nosyudo, a local business making and repairing Katana. The staff there were amazing, and I got to experience a guided tour of their factory. They even have a couple of muskets. Thanks again to Hiro-san and MOST JAPAN for the amazing experience.
A wonderful experience...
Prudence S,12 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
A wonderful experience for our group of 4. We practiced the art of knife making with a master, had a fantastic lunch, learnt about samurai swords. We got to take home the knives we made as well as some wonderful memories. Thanks to Hiro for a great day!
If you have any interest...
Lachlan O,20 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
If you have any interest in knives at all, or simply wish to experience the practice that’s been ongoing at this location for over 100 years, this experience is a must. Even though I was late, the three people I met (Hiro, Sumi, and Yoshi) were super kind and supportive, ensuring I experienced the whole experience as a solo traveller. They were super kind and ensured the experience is one I will never forget.
Most memorable and wholesome experience in my entire Japan tour!!
164darwins,25 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Did a tour of Japan from Nagoya, Hiroshima, Beppu, and this was the most memorable experience! Hiro was a fantastic guide and had great command of English, he was very funny and matched our energy. The CEO of the knife making factory and his staff were very caring and it felt like a team event. We also got to experience a Katana museum where we could hold authentic katana's (RARE) and see a live demonstration by the local Kendo Club. We didn't get to forge our own blades (thank god) but it still took 4 hours to polish, sand, and chemical etch our kanji and Katakana names on the blade. We also got to choose options such as blade style and handle color (black, light wood, etc). The end product was a very sharp Damascus steel knife that could easily cut paper, and we tested it on tomato. I even accidentally cut myself it was so insanely sharp (human test lol)! Most of all it was a unforgettable experience. Also I had the best Tonkatsu I've ever had in my life at a local shop as Hiro offered Tonkatsu, Unagi, Sushi, etc for our lunch option. I am a Japan veteran who lived there for a few years and have over 8 trips on my belt, but I have yet to have such a wholesome and rewarding experience such as this. It warms my heart that they open up a bit of history and culture to tourists alike so that they can pass down some of their knowledge and experience, and we get to see what it feels like to be an apprentice to a truly professional blacksmith. All personal touches and handmade presents from the staff were very heartfelt and lovely! Lets not forget the fun way we tested our knifes on water bottles like kids in the yard lol. The long train ride is definitely worth it. Please don't hesitate to book, and any other events by MOST JAPAN I fully endorse, Hiro is an amazing person!
That it is with a very...
Frank v,26 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
That it is with a very small group so you get all the attention you need. Furthermore that the 2 brothers Sakai are very passionate about the process of making knives.
Wonderful and one of a kind
Pioneer495423,23 thg 7, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
This was easily one of the best things we did in Japan. Everything was super well organized, but at the same time it felt easygoing and personal. Our guides and hosts were so warm and welcoming from the start. They didn’t just show us how to make a samurai knife—they really shared a piece of Seki with us. They made the whole process fun and meaningful without ever feeling intimidating. What really made it stand out was how much effort they put into making the day feel special. It felt more like spending the day with new friends. They showed us things we never would’ve found on our own, way beyond the typical tourist stuff. That made it all the more memorable. If you’re looking for something truly unique, personal, and full of heart, this is the experience to go for. We’re so glad we did!