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1 hour 30 minutes
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Shape and craft your own customized knife. Choose the type, sharpen the blade, engrave your name in Japanese on the handle and attach it with a hammer. A unique indoor activity in the heart of Tokyo featuring beautiful Japanese art of making knifes!
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Learn the cultural aspects and history behind Japanese knives and swords. Choose the type of the blade and the size of the knife. Sharpen the blade and become a master of a meditative process which takes a lot of concentration and perfectly relieves stress. Several crew members are always there to sustain an intimate chat and correct the movements. Engrave your name in Japanese letters on the handle and attach it usung a traditional hammer to make the work of art complete. Commemorate the sound of effort transforming into a customized knife. Enjoy aesthetic packaging and Japanese snacks and tea. Bilingual staff will make the explanation simple and easy-to-understand, adapting to your level of English knowledge.
50 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Jacqui V,
Jul 5, 2025
- Viator
This was a stunningly beautiful experience, kind, knowledgeable, and keen facilitators. Cannot overstate how welcoming and inspiring they were for this amazing chance to craft with Japanese inspiration.
Anne B,
Jul 5, 2025
- Viator
Enjoyable. In a neat area of Tokyo. Some improvements (imo) should be to give a history about Japanese knives and / or discuss the type of knives in Japan. Also share an overview of the entire process first to feel less connected. Another suggestion is to not add an up charge to the class if the customer decides they want to do a single blade, because it actually didn’t take any longer than the double. But these are picky things- the staff is lovely and it’s a unique experience.
Kyle P,
May 19, 2025
- Viator
Lisa was an amazing host! Knowledgeable, friendly and very talented. It was a small group but she is fluent in English and made it very memorable. You get to personalize the handle by burning in your name or a phrase. I loved the finished product I got to take home. A great experience.
Alexander D,
Apr 30, 2025
- Viator
One of my favorite experiences in Tokyo! Our two guides were so energetic and enthusiastic, and learning how to use a whetstone was super cool! Getting to leave with a knife you personally sharpened makes for a really unique souvenir. If you’re on the fence, I can’t recommend this enough.
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