• Tsubame Industrial Museum - This tour includes a visit to one or two locations before engaging in the fruit knife-making experience at Tojiro. Select your preferred destinations and discuss your itinerary with your guide.

At the Tsubame City Industrial History Museum, immerse yourself in the rich history and technology of the craftsmen’s town “Niigata Prefecture Tsubame”! The experience laboratory offers opportunities for metal craft experiences as well!

• Yahiko Shrine - Yahiko Jinja (弥彦神社), also known as Iyahiko-jinja, is a Shinto shrine located in the Yahiko neighborhood of Yahiko village, Nishikanbara District, Niigata Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the three shrines claiming the title of ichinomiya of the former Echigo Province. Nestled at the base of a mountain, this shrine is renowned as a power spot for love and good fortune.
• Tsubamesanjo Regional Industries Promotion Center - The TSUBAMESANJO Regional Products Store is a well-known tourist shop offering a wide array of products from “Tsubame-Sanjo,” Japan’s leading metalware production area. The store features a diverse range of items, from those crafted with traditional techniques to those utilizing cutting-edge technology. Approximately 10,000 items, including cutlery, knives, kitchen tools, pots, and pans, are displayed and sold here. The Hand-Hammered metal crafts, made using copper plates, are particularly popular among international visitors.
• High Grade Store - A place to experience authentic craftsmanship. The store primarily features products made in Japan and Tsubame-Sanjo, carefully selecting and showcasing tools favored by professionals.
• Tsubame Sanjo Wing - Located on the 2nd floor of Tsubamesanjo station, this is an ideal spot for souvenir shopping at the end of your tour before departing Niigata. You can purchase high-quality goods from Tsubamesanjo here.
• Tojiro Knife Gallery - Participate in a knife factory tour and fruit knife crafting at Tojiro.

※The Tojiro experience begins at 1:00 PM. Please arrive at the reception by 12:50.
※Upon arrival at the Tojiro knife-making experience, there will be a briefing on the handling of dangerous objects (knives), machinery, and an insurance application. Insurance fees at Tojiro are included in the experience price.
※Knife making (11+ only, adult price); children and infants can join the factory tour.

Tojiro is one of Japan’s premier knife makers. Participants will polish the blade while a craftsman sharpens the edge, and then assemble the handle. This offers a close-up view of the craftsmen at work. Take home the completed knife. A tax-free showroom is also available!

A licensed guide will accompany you and assist with translation.

• Fruit Knife making experience and factory tour at Tojiro
• Customizable Tour 1 to 2 sights
• Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Tsubame Sanjo
• Licensed Local English Speaking Guide

• Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
• Private Vehicle
• You cannot combine multiple tour groups
• Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect

This engaging 6-hour walking tour features a visit to a knife factory and the opportunity to craft a fruit knife at Tojiro, renowned as one of Japan’s premier knife manufacturers. Participants will polish the blade while a skilled craftsman sharpens the edge, followed by assembling the handle. This offers a unique chance to observe the artisans at work closely. The completed knife can be taken home, and there is also a tax-free showroom available!

A licensed guide will accompany the group, providing translation assistance. Prior to visiting Tojiro, participants will embark on a walking tour, with the option to customize the experience by selecting 1-2 locations from the ‘what to expect’ or ‘itinerary’ list.

※ The Tojiro experience begins at 1:00 PM. Please arrive at the reception by 12:50 PM.
※ Upon arrival at Tojiro, there will be a briefing on the safe handling of knives, machinery, and an insurance application. Insurance fees at Tojiro are included in the experience price.
※ Knife making is available for those aged 11 and above at the adult price; children and infants are welcome to join the factory tour.

• This is a walking tour, Pick up & Drop Off is on foot
• Fruit Knife making is only for adults. (from 11 years old). Children and infants can join factory tour.
• Upon arrival at Tojiro knife making, there will be an explanation regarding the handling of dangerous objects (knives), machinery, and an insurance application. Insurance fees at Tojiro are included in the experience price.

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