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Reviews

• Craftsmanship

  Mary S,

  Mar 28, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  The out if way knife- making area and tour is well worth the side trip from Fukui. Driving to the destination would be the easiest way to arrive but we enjoyed our 35 minutes walk from Oshio train station that led us through rice fields and short walk along a road. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and translated the explanations from the local factory employees very well. We especially liked the craftsmanship at the knife handle making factory and watching the machines finalize the blades. My husband said it was his favorite tour so far.

• Truly unique and exceptional tour!

  Ellie M,

  Apr 7, 2024

  - Viator

  5.00

  An absolutely fantastic experience! The tour was very interesting and informative, and it was great to be able to see the process behind making the beautiful knives, as well as learning a bit about the history of knife making in the area. They are true experts of their craft, and every detail is meticulously thought out and perfected, from blade to handle to the final product. We were also able to speak directly to each of the craftsmen and artisans, which truly set this experience apart from any others we have had before. I also cannot speak highly enough of our wonderful guides. They made sure we were well looked after before and during the tour, and went above and beyond to ensure we made it back to our final destination as smoothly as possible. There was also an excellent translator available so we could ask as many questions as we wanted. All in all, a fantastic experience that I would highly recommend to anyone!