Knife Making: Forge Your Own Blade

Forge your own knife in Kyoto with expert guidance. Experience the thrill of blacksmithing and create a unique keepsake. Book your adventure today.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • studio NIN - This immersive experience offers a comprehensive understanding of “forging.” Participants will learn to use the tools and craft a knife following the traditional Japanese kitchen knife-making process. It’s an unforgettable journey.
    This experience includes:
  1. Dressing in traditional attire
  2. Learning to use the tools
  3. Forging
    4….
What's Included
  • A set of tools used to make knives
  • Uniform
  • English Guide
What's Not Included
  • Snacks
  • Private transportation
Additional Information

Mao, your instructor, is a seasoned knife expert with over a decade of experience in sharpening knives. He will guide you through the knife-making process in a straightforward manner, perfect for beginners. While some tasks may be hazardous, rest assured. The highlight of the experience is “forging,” where hot iron is repeatedly hammered. Detailed…

Location
studio NIN
It is a mansion with a large gate.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Manfred_z
Aug 30, 2025
Do it! - It was a truly fantastic experience! In addition to the enthusiastic guides, you will also go home with a nice keepsake.
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Varun_s
Aug 28, 2025
Five stars! - Just amazing. The train that takes you there is also a one carriage cutie. Lovely little village on the outskirts of Kyoto. The blacksmiths were amazing....super helpful and corrected any mistakes you made hammering the steel. As a chef..this was up there with some of the best experiences I've had.
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Ajemm97
Aug 22, 2025
A must-try experience for creatives! - My partner and I had a fantastic time at this workshop! The boys at Studio NIN were extremely sweet, patient and helpful while helping us make our favourite souvenirs for our Japan trip. It was also an absolute delight to meet Hime the Shiba! We would recommend the experience to anyone and would gladly come back again.
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Troybj7033lp
Aug 21, 2025
Unforgettable and Unique Experience! - An unforgettable hands-on session with Mao and Tom, who guided our small group through the entire process from start to finish. The team were very knowledgeable and skilled in their craft. Don't be afraid to give it a try - anyone can make a one of a kind, hand crafted knife - a truly unique souvenir.
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783kirkt
Aug 1, 2025
Cool souvenir - The host was great, and the staff was very helpful. It was a unique experience and really fun to try something new. The best part, though, is going home with something that you made.
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Scottwf7293go
Jul 24, 2025
You're gonna actually make a knife. - This was awesome. Can't recommend enough. Not for the weak of wrist. You're actually going to hammer steel into a blade with a mallet. A family had their 10 year old in the class and he was struggling. Honestly they were all struggling but I felt for the kid. Depending on which time of year you may or may not sweat a lot. The kilns were burning hot and we went in the middle of summer so worst case scenario but still worth it. The staff were friendly and ran it like a well oiled machine. And if it isn't obvious you go home with your very own knife. You will need to actually sharpen it when you get home, either yourself or at a shop if you intend to use it. The edge you put on it in the class is done with a coarse grit and I didn't see any options to use anything else. It's two hours long give or take a few minutes and there were others at the facility taking a samurai course if that's more your speed and they seemed to be having fun.
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265leslied
Jun 26, 2025
Great couples experience - This was an excellent experience of Japanese culture. The team was kind and accepting. Excellent English speakers. Plenty of opportunities to take pictures.
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Vivian
Jun 23, 2025
Best experience ever - Super organized. Very authentic experience. Unforgettable time at Studio Nin and we took home the best souvenirs ever.
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518elbiad
Jun 21, 2025
Great experience - My boyfriend had a wonderful experience. He did the knife making class. The class was very detailed. He will love to do it again.
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Matt
Jun 19, 2025
Great experience and wonderful staff - NIN Studios provided a memorable experience for my sons and I. The staff was patient and incredibly supportive as none of us has ever forged before.
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From $164
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).