Craft Your Own Knife in Sakai: Handle-Making, Name Engraving
Before you book
- Private, about 2.5 hours, with an English-speaking host. You meet at Sakai Station; getting to Sakai Station is not included.
- Included: the hands-on handle workshop, a visit to Sakai Tohji's private knife museum with a short film, the engraving of your name in Japanese letters or kanji, and the host.
- You work with sharp tools, so come ready for a hands-on session. Not suitable for children under 15 or people over 70; no alcohol or drugs.
- You keep the knife, packed for travel. Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours ahead; you can reserve now and pay later.
About This Experience
ENA inc.'s private 2.5-hour workshop from Sakai Station: Sakai Tohji's knife museum and a film, then you fit the handle on your own knife and a master engraves your name. You keep the knife.
Highlights
- Craft your own knife in a hands-on workshop in Sakai
- Learn about the history of Japanese blades and their craftsmanship
- Watch a master engrave your name onto the blade
- Explore a private knife museum and watch a short film about the process
- Take home your handmade knife, safely packaged for travel
What's Included
- ✓ Hands-on knife crafting workshop
- ✓ Visit to a private knife museum
- ✓ Engraving of your name on the knife
- ✓ English-speaking host
Not Included
- Transportation to Sakai Station
Good to Know
- The workshop involves handling sharp objects.
- Participants should be prepared for a hands-on experience.
Not suitable for
- Children under 15 years
- People with altitude sickness
- People over 70 years
Not allowed
- Alcohol and drugs
- Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle
- Bachelor & bachelorette party groups
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