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  4. Forge Your Own Japanese Kitchen Knife in Gifu with a Master Craftsman
A decorative knife with an intricately patterned blade and a handle featuring colorful, artistic inlays, displayed upright in a black, curved stand against a dark background.
A gloved hand sharpens a knife blade on a spinning grinding wheel, sending bright orange sparks flying off the edge of the blade.
Four people stand smiling inside a spacious room with tables and bonsai plants. Two men on the left, a woman and a man in a Winnie the Pooh shirt on the right, all pose cheerfully for the photo.
A log cabin stands beside a large glass display case containing an oversized pocket knife. Flower boxes line a wooden walkway under a blue, lightly clouded sky.
A decorative knife with an intricately patterned blade and a handle featuring colorful, artistic inlays, displayed upright in a black, curved stand against a dark background.
A traditional Japanese katana with a black sheath and wrapped handle is displayed on a white cloth stand, with a bare steel blade shown above it, on a tatami mat background.
Seki City

Forge Your Own Japanese Kitchen Knife in Gifu with a Master Craftsman

English
5 hours
(26)
Experience the ancient art of Japanese sword-making with a hands-on workshop at the Gifu Knife Museum, where you can forge your samurai knife. Explore Seki's rich blade-making heritage, enjoy a live-guided tour, and test your creation with a communal BBQ lunch.

  • Knife-making workshop using a Damascus kitchen knife set
  • Guidance from skilled craftsmen
  • Name engraving on your knife
  • Mini knife souvenir (limited-time offer)
  • Certificate of completion
  • English-speaking guide and support
  • Museum admission fee
  • Licensed private transportation in a luxury vehicle
  • Traditional Japanese meal with local vegetables
What's not included
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional purchases or upgrades

  • Public transportation is available nearby.

  • This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

  • This experience is not stroller accessible.

  • Pets are not allowed.

  • Infants must have their own seat.

  • Infant seats are not available.

  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems.

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers.

  • Not recommended for travelers with heart conditions.

  • The location can be reached in approximately 1.5 to 2 hours by train from Kyoto.

  • Pickup is available at Sekitomioka Station on the Nagaragawa Railway at 10:08 AM, with transfer to the Knife Museum by car.

Meeting location for the tour
Sekitomioka Station, Hidase, Seki, Gifu

  • Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time.

Reviews

Forge Your Own Japanese Kitchen Knife in Gifu with a Master Craftsman
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A memorable experience to take home and use.
A memorable and enjoyable experience of completing a kitchen knife provided by Hiro-san and the Knife Markers at G.Sakai.
Joshua v
March 22, 2026
Amazing knife experience
Very nice experience, all people take tine for you and explain things slowly. They show you around seki and give you the opportunity to learn more about knifes and swords. The Lunch was amazing in a small shuschi restaurant. I recommend it.
Daniel R
April 26, 2026
Joshua v
March 22, 2026
A memorable experience to take home and use.
A memorable and enjoyable experience of completing a kitchen knife provided by Hiro-san and the Knife Markers at G.Sakai.
Daniel R
April 26, 2026
Amazing knife experience
Very nice experience, all people take tine for you and explain things slowly. They show you around seki and give you the opportunity to learn more about knifes and swords. The Lunch was amazing in a small shuschi restaurant. I recommend it.

Itinerary

7 Chome-3 Hiragacho, Seki, Gifu

Begin at the Knife Museum with a hands-on workshop to make your own Japanese kitchen knife. Spend approximately two hours shaping and finishing your blade under the guidance of skilled craftsmen. You will also have time to view a collection of rare and unique knives.

Samurai Knife Making
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Visit the Seki Swordsmith Museum and learn about the history of Japanese sword-making. Discover Seki’s role as a major blade-making center since the 13th century.

Seki Blacksmithing Tradition Museum
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Visit the Gifu Cutlery Hall and learn about Seki’s 700-year tradition of cutlery making. See how traditional techniques are combined with modern methods to produce high-quality knives.

567-10 Ōsugi, Seki, Gifu

Visit Seki Zenkoji Temple, a historic Buddhist temple with over 500 years of history. Explore its traditional architecture and view cultural artifacts, including ancient statues. Enjoy the surroundings and take time to appreciate the peaceful atmosphere.

Frequently Asked Questions

You will shape, sharpen, and personalize your kitchen knife under the guidance of expert artisans.

Yes, you can take home the kitchen knife you create during the workshop.

Absolutely. The workshop is designed for all skill levels, with step-by-step guidance provided.

No, the experience is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.

Yes, a professional English-speaking guide will accompany you for the entire tour.

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