Seki Damascus Knife Making Day Tour with Lunch & Blade Heritage Discount Tickets

Overview

Craft Your Own Damascus Knife in Seki, Japan’s Historic Blade-Making Town This one-day tour offers more than a standard workshop. In Seki, Gifu, a city with a long history of Japanese sword and knife craftsmanship, you will make your own Damascus kitchen knife, enjoy a local Japanese lunch, and learn about Japanese blade making and take home your own knife. Hand-draw your own name, message, symbol, or artwork on a Damascus blade, then finish, sharpen, and test it side by side with a master craftsman with more than 50years of experience. Choose your preferred kitchen knife style from Santoku, Gyuto, Nakiri, or Bunka, depending on availability. One highlight is the sharpness test with vegetable. You might be surprised. This is not a rushed group workshop. Each guest is guided step by step at their own pace, making it comfortable even for beginners. You will leave Seki with a Damascus knife you helped create and a deeper appreciation for Japanese blade craftsmanship.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

We will pick you up at Sekitomioka Station on the Nagaragawa Railway at 10:08 AM, when the train arrives. Our driver will be waiting in front of the station and will take you to the Knife Museum by car.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

English speaking guide and support

In-vehicle air conditioning

Polishing, sharpening, and test-cutting experience

Certificate of completion

Choice of Santoku, Gyuto, Nakiri, or Bunka, subject to availability

Hand-drawn blade design and Damascus etching

Full-size Damascus kitchen knife to complete and take home

Lunch

Personal instruction from a master knife craftsman with over 50 years of experience

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

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

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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