Make Your Own Japanese Knife in Tokyo, Asakusa
Overview
Available languages
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 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.
What‘s Included
(drink-bar with snacks)
Custom Magnolia Handle
Guide
All Fees and Taxes
Knife Care Starter Kit (1,500 JPY) optionally
Knife Care Pro Maintenance Kit (10,000 JPY) optionally
Options
Make Your Own Japanese Knife in Tokyo, Asakusa
Reviews
184 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Worth it!
Kaylanhamilton1111,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience! 100% recommend and i got to take home an amazing usaba bocho! Sugoi ne!
Make A Knife For Fun!
680gilk,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a wonderful time with Joe-san! He was very engaging and made the class fun! Prepare to have one of the best souvenirs from your japan trip ever.
Wonderful!
608amania,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent class!! Joe, Lisa and Agata were terrific and we love our new knives. We learned a lot and enjoyed the class. Thank you so much!
Knife sharpening
329marianelar,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very fun and awesome experience. Loved it! Nice practical and useful knife to use and have. Highly recommended for the experience and the knife.
Amazing Experience
michaellK3161QG,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience. Great value. Staff were incredibly friendly and funny. Would recommend and do this activity again.
Best knife making class ever!!!!
D2280DHcarlost,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Agata along with other staff Joe made the experience very fun and enjoyable very helpful and understanding while preforming the tasks
Good time
ramonaH1045LI,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It went well, all staff spoke English well and were very friendly with everyone in class. Would do it again next visit. Came with my friend and was able to learn about the different kinds of knives, history behind them and why kitchen knives became the new form of forging.
Good time and helpful staff
Dave M,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very informative and staff was helpful and friendly. Great activity for all ages. Good 90 minutes of time spent. Great change of pace.
Unexpected fun!
C8095QPkatiel,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was unexpected fun! I learned more about knives and then had the fun of making an engraved knife as well. All of the staff were so welcome and helpful!
What a great experience in Tokyo. I now know how to sharpen a knife properly and have one to take home.
Just under 50,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A super experience. I was in Tokyo with my partner who was working. I booked several activities to entertain myself. This was brilliant. Getting to know types of knives and then sharpening my own. Now I know how to properly use a whetstone. And, I’ve got a super sharp knife to take home. A brilliant experience.
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