• G. Sakai Knife Museum - Seki City in Gifu Prefecture developed as a major center for sword making as early as the 13th century thanks to rich deposits of iron sand in the local Nagaragawa River. During Edo period, there were several hundred blacksmiths producing a large number of Samurai Swords and knives. Today Seki is considered one of the world’s three best places for cutlery manufacturing, together with Sheffield, UK, and Solingen, Germany.
  G.SAKAI is a leading Japanese knife producer with trade partners all over the world. The variety of their products and their high-quality knives have been acknowledged by many customers around the globe. G.SAKAI’s knives are now used in various professional fields, such as cookery, hunting, outdoor sports, and something.
  In this activity, you will visit the Knife Museum, situated in attractive Canadian-style log house just next to G.SAKAI’s factory. There you will see interesting rare items and cutlery exhibits from all over the world. Next you will enter the factory and see how quality of Japanese knives are made nowadays. Finally you will construct your own knife in the atelier by assembling, polishing, sharpening and writing your name on it with knife craftsman.

• Instructor for making knife
• Damascus Knife set
• Write your name on the knife
• Tool for making knife
• Knife Museum

Craft and Test Your Knife
Under the guidance of skilled craftsmen, you’ll forge a stunning Damascus kitchen knife. Once completed, you’ll test its sharpness by cutting fresh vegetables, experiencing firsthand the exceptional quality of your creation. You may be amazed at just how sharp your knife is!

Learn the Art of Sharpening
Throughout the knife-making process, you’ll learn the essential skill of knife sharpening. This knowledge ensures you can easily maintain the razor-sharp edge of your knife, keeping it in prime condition for years to come.

Choose Your Perfect Knife
Select from three distinct types of knives to craft:

Japanese Damascus Kitchen Knife: Ideal for everyday culinary use.
Folding Damascus Hunting Knife: A versatile and portable option for outdoor enthusiasts.
Chinese Damascus Kitchen Knife: Perfect for traditional Chinese cooking techniques.
(Note: Prices vary based on the type of knife chosen.)

Join us for a memorable and educational experience.

• You can easily join for a day trip, roughly 1.5~2 hours by train from Kyoto

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