Visit a Certified Swordsmith and Make Your Own Samurai Knife in Hyogo
Overview
Witness a demonstration of a traditional swordsmith up close at a workshop which creates Japanese swords. Experience making your very own samurai knife!
Highlights
- Located in a glorious greenery filled park, you can enjoy Japanese nature. -
- Learn directly from a swordsmith certified by the Agency of Cultural Affairs.
- Make your very own samurai knife.
- Keep your samurai knife as a souvenir.
Key Information
Important Information
- Participants must be aged 18+ to participate in this activity
- Group size: 1-4 participant(s)
- Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time
- Please follow the instructions since we deal blades
- Before you experience, you need to sign the letter of consent to follow the rules during the activity
- If children under the age of 18 are attending, the parents' agreement is required
- This plan does not include an English-speaking guide. The artisan will explain in simple English.
- This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible
- In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the activity. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund
- The e-ticket is valid only on the specified date
- The e-ticket is non refundable.
Booking (4 steps)
Duration
Included
- Samurai knife and a case
- Light meal (sandwiches)
- Coffee or water
Not Included
- Other personal expenses
What to Bring
- e ticket
Meeting Point
Kikyo Hayamitsu Japanese Sword Factory: 28 Uryu Rakanguchi, Yanocho, Aioi City, Hyogo Prefecture 678-0091
Venue Address
Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan
Schedule
[Departure] Meet up at Kikyo Hayamitsu Japanese Sword Factory. You can choose to depart at the following times: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00. Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time. Latecomers or no-shows can’t be refunded [Experience] 5 hour(s), Guided tour Demonstration of Japanese sword making Samurai Knife making (molding) Quenching Polishing Experience end [Return] You can choose to return at the following times: 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary. **The schedule might change depending on traffic and weather conditions
Provided by
Rakan no Sato / KATANAKAZI Kikyo Hayamitsu Japanese Sword Factory
Description
You can watch the demonstration of a traditional sword smith up close. Observe the process of bending and kneading the steel material that has been heated to 1200 degrees. After observing, you will make a knife that you can actually use!
How it works
- After your booking is confirmed, your e-ticket will be sent to you in an email
- The e-ticket is valid only on the specified date
- Please present your e-ticket on the day of participation.
