Kyoto: Custom Japanese Knife-Making Workshop in Arashiyama
- Choose from several available blade types in the Custom Japanese Kitchen Knife Workshop.
- Fit the provided handle and finish your knife in the Custom workshop; the handle type cannot be selected.
- Initial stamping is available for an extra fee in the Custom workshop and is not included in the workshop price.
- The Beginner workshop uses a kitchen knife with its handle already attached and does not include blade selection, handle fitting, handle changes, or initial stamping.
- Take home the completed Japanese kitchen knife from your selected workshop.
What to expect
Discover Japanese kitchen knives in Arashiyama. The Beginner workshop focuses on traditional sharpening. Sharpen a Japanese kitchen knife with its handle already attached, then take it home. Blade selection, handle fitting, handle changes, and initial stamping are not included. The Custom workshop includes choosing from several available blade types, sharpening the blade, fitting the provided handle, and finishing the knife. The handle type cannot be selected. Take your completed kitchen knife home. Initial stamping is available for an extra fee in the Custom workshop and is not included in the workshop price. No previous experience is required. The approximately 1-hour workshop is easy to combine with sightseeing in Arashiyama.
Good to know
Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time.
To keep every session running on schedule, guests arriving 5 minutes or more after the start time cannot join their booked session. If you can’t make it in time, you can reschedule to another available time for a special rescheduling fee.
This experience is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.
Reviews
Yuki was great. It was a wonderful experience. I learned a lot about knife sharpening and the different techniques. I also got to take the sharpened knife with me, which was fantastic. I can only recommend it!
Very informative and exciting course on the art of knife sharpening, with Yuki as our instructor! We had the opportunity for both only sharpening or buying our own carbon steel blades (either nakiri or funayuki), which we chose and are happy about.
I joined a Japanese kitchen knife-making workshop for the first time. Thanks to the artisan's patient and expert support, even a beginner like me was able to craft a solid, beautiful blade. But what impressed me the most was the handle engraving service! Being able to have my name or a special date engraved right onto the handle adds an extra layer of attachment, turning it into a truly one-of-a-kind personal knife that mass-produced products just can't match. The moment I held the finished knife in my hands, I was overwhelmed by how special it felt. It’s the ultimate way to commemorate a trip, treat yourself, or make an unforgettable gift for a loved one. I walked away with the best memories and a treasure I will cherish for a lifetime!
Very friendly people and the explanations were good. Not as many blades and handles to select from as described. A standard kitchen knife is included in the price but you will want the upgrade. debossing in roman letters is possible but a lil small we found. Because of the location great to be conbined with visiting the bamboo grove or with making chopsticks. All in all a great workshop.Ttry it out!
An excellent experience! Yuki was informative, fun and encouraging. I learned loads about knife sharpening and about Ninjas. I leave with a razor sharp blade that I can’t wait to try out. Arigato!
We participated in the "Custom Japanese Knife Making Workshop in Arashiyama" and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. Unfortunately, we needed to change our reservation time. The staff proved to be extremely helpful and accommodating: by paying a difference equal to half the ticket cost (in addition to the original ticket), we were able to make an immediate change and even get a private lesson on the spot! The quality of the workshop, the passion of the instructors, and the attention to detail make this an unmissable activity in Kyoto. Going home with a custom-made Japanese knife is a priceless memory. Highly recommended to everyone!
As someone who loves to cook, I was immediately drawn to this "make your own knife" experience and decided to join. Guided by a professional artisan, we also learned about the materials and blade structures as we went along, making the crafting experience deeply satisfying. Being able to adjust the handle and weight to fit my own hand is a unique charm you can only get from handmade items. I immediately tried cutting vegetables and meat with my finished knife, and I was blown away by its professional-grade sharpness! Cutting smoothly without any resistance has made my daily cooking time something to truly look forward to. I strongly recommend this program to anyone who loves cooking!
I had a fantastic time learning how to sharpen a Japanese knife. You don't need any prior experience because the staff is very patient and teaches you one-on-one. Building my own custom knife was so much fun, and learning the whetstone technique is a practical skill I can use back home. Taking home my newly sharpened, high-quality knife is the perfect souvenir from Kyoto.
I really enjoyed doing it. Help is provided wherever needed. You get to sharpen and make your own knife completely by yourself. Super fun!
Such a cool experience! The staff members were very friendly 😊 Great for a rainy or bad weather day to drop by and have some fun 👍🏻
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