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Overview
⚠️2026 MARCH 6TH TO APRIL 6TH - BLACKSMITH ONLY AVAILABLE⚠️ The dates during this period of time will only be for the blacksmith. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Thank you for your understanding. Get the privilege to enter a real knife factory, with over 100 years of history, where the raw blades arrive directly from the Blacksmith. Visit the Sharpening Station and the main office. Observe the blades being turned into proper handmade cooking knives. Learn and practice the traditional Sharpening techniques with a professional and get the chance to order your own customizable knife you can watch being made in front of you. Pour la demande de guide francophone: Nous ne pouvons pas garantir la francophonie pour un tour partagé. Merci pour votre compréhension. IMPORTANT - 3RD TUESDAY Every 3rd Tuesday of the month, the museum has an inventory and might close without notice on that day. In that case, your guide will take you directly to The Craftsman location. Thank you.
Meeting and Pickup
The meeting point is located at the Nankai Sakai Station, East Exit, in front of the Gates. Please make sure to arrive at least 10 minutes before departure time, so your guide has time to check the guest list and give you the basic info needed before the tour starts. Thank you.
Language Offered
Japanese-GUIDE
English-GUIDE
French-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. 八百源来弘堂本店
2. 1-chōme-2-21 Shukuyachōnishi
3. Sakai Traditional Crafts Museum and Knife Shop
Inclusion
Visit of the Knife Factory
Knife Sharpening lesson
All Fees and Taxes
Snacks
Bilingual Guide
Exclusion
Extra Food
Shopping and souvenirs
Cancellation Policy
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
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
While single travelers can book this tour directly, there is a "2 guests minimum" rule to give the tour a GO. in case of a single guest, the session might be cancelled and the guest will be notify as soon as possible, offering a rescheduling, or a full-refund.
Reviews
4.8
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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