Sakai: Japanese Knife Sharpening Experience
Before you book
- About 1.5 hours in Sakai, for up to 6 people, with an English interpreter (English and Japanese). The class starts in the shop's knife museum.
- You sharpen practice knives on whetstones, then fit handles. Work wear, an apron and the whetstones are provided.
- No knife to take home is included. UGX runs a separate workshop that includes your own knife (not covered on this site).
- Arrive more than 30 minutes late and you cannot take part. Not suitable for children under 10. Wheelchair accessible. Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours ahead; you can reserve now and pay later.
About This Experience
UGX's 1.5-hour class at a Sakai knife shop: its knife museum, then whetstone sharpening and handle fitting on practice knives. You leave with the technique; no knife to take home is included.
Highlights
- Learn extensively about Japanese knives in Sakai, a knife-making city
- Sharpen knives with whetstones
- Fit handles to the knives
What's Included
- ✓ English interpreter
- ✓ Practice knives
- ✓ Work wear & apron
- ✓ Whetstones
Not Included
- No knife to take home is included
Good to Know
- Participants who are more than 30 minutes late will not be able to participate in the workshop
Not suitable for
- Children under 10 years
More Knife Classes and Tours in Sakai
Authentic knife making experience at a blacksmith in Kyoto
Craft Your Own Knife in Sakai: Handle-Making, Name Engraving
From Osaka: Sakai Artisan & Cultural Walking Tour
From Osaka: Sakai Knife Maker or Blacksmith Walking Tour
From Tokyo: 3-Day Sakai Knives & Kofun Customizable Tour
Osaka Sakai Cultural Tour: Traditional Crafts, Tea & Incense
Osaka: Sakai Knife Experience Private Tour
Sakai Knives: Private Access Tour with a Native Expert
Sakai: Shōgun’s Story, Samurai, Knives & Tea Ceremony
