Make Your Own Japanese Knife in Tokyo, Asakusa
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
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!
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guide
All Fees and Taxes
What To Expect
Put on the light version of haori (Japanese kimono-style jacket) provided by the crew to protect your clothes from accidental stains. Sit down, have some tea or juice (variety of soft drinks available) and learn the cultural aspects and history behind Japanese knives and swords from friendly Japanese master. Choose the type of the blade you`d love to sharpen this time (up to 5 types of knives available, some of them are for a small additional charge) 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 english-speaking crew members are always there to sustain an intimate chat and correct the movements. You`ll get an opportunity to engage into friendly conversations with natives while polishing your knife making skills and getting a personalized advice. Engrave your name in Japanese letters on the handle and attach it usung a traditional hammer to make the work of art complete. If you decide to come with a friend or family member to observe the experience (not participate in it), we will kindly ask to pay an observation fee on site.
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Make Your Own Japanese Knife in Tokyo, Asakusa
Reviews
64 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nice Souvenir
Judy c,
Aug 21, 2025
- Viator
4.00Was looking for different activities for my family to do while in Tokyo to break up some of the sightseeing, eating and shopping. This was a great activity and each person in our family loved it, plus we left with a souvenir that has more meaning because we made it together. Bub and team were wonderful, friendly and great instructors. Would recommend to families traveling to tokyo!! The location is hard to find. It's above the ichiran ramen.
Unforgettable memories made
Jacqui V,
Jul 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00This 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.
Enjoyable but a wee bit light on content
Anne B,
Jul 5, 2025
- Viator
4.00Enjoyable. 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.
Very enjoyable!
Kyle P,
May 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Lisa 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.
One of a kind experience!
Alexander D,
Apr 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00One 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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