Kjóto: Autentický zážitok z výroby nožov v kováčskej dielni

Bol to fenomenálny zážitok. Po tomto očakávajte veľa potu a boľavých svalov, ale stojí to za to. Začnete výberom druhu noža, ktorý chcete vyrobiť, potom sa presuniete do kovárne, kde vám sprievodcovia ukážu, ako udierať do rozžeraveného kovu, aby ste ho roztiahli do tvaru vášho noža. Pomôžu vám počas celého procesu (môj partner bol v poriadku, ale ja som potrebovala trochu viac pomoci, pretože nemám žiadne svaly na zápästí ani na rukách a rýchlo som sa unavila) a pomôžu ho vytvarovať do požadovaného noža. Strávite tam hodinu až hodinu a pol, potom nôž obrúsite do dokonalého tvaru a nabrúsite čepeľ (čo sa mi veľmi páčilo). Sprievodcovia vám povedia, ako sa vyrábali tradičné nože predtým, ako mali brúsne pásy, ktoré majú teraz, a získate tak kompletný zážitok. Sprievodcovia boli úžasní, poskytli dokonalé množstvo usmernení a pomohli s poslednými krokmi, aby sa uistili, že váš nôž bude čo najlepší. Pozdravujem Mitsa a Deikiho! Určite by som to urobila znova a vrelo odporúčam tento zážitok!

Knife forging ⸻ The knife forging course I took was a great, beginner-friendly experience. The whole setup—getting to heat the metal, hammer it into shape, and see the process—was exciting and gave a real sense of what it’s like to make a blade. That said, it’s very much an introductory-level activity. When they tell you to hammer, they simply say “hammer”—there’s no in-depth guidance on how much force to use, technique, or finer details. So, if you’re expecting a highly technical lesson, this might not be it. Still, it’s a fantastic way to get a feel for knife forging and to understand the craftsmanship behind handmade knives and even katanas. After making one yourself, you gain a lot of respect for the skill and effort involved in creating a beautiful, functional knife. A word of caution—if you have a weak neck, shoulder issues, or old injuries, be aware that hammering can be a bit strenuous. Overall, it was a memorable and rewarding experience.

Potrebujete kuchynský nôž? Vyrobte si vlastný. Toto je ono! Pre našu 5-člennú rodinu sa oplatilo naučiť sa niečo z kultúry a zapojiť do toho aj deti. Tento konkrétny podnik je prispôsobený vašej skupine, takže tu nie je žiadna veľká korporátna neohrabanosť. Ako malý podnik vám vedia pomôcť individuálne, podľa potreby. Naučte sa vyrobiť nôž: zahrievanie, kovanie do tvaru, brúsenie a ostrenie; všetko v jednom. Som z USA a precestoval som veľa miest.....toto je zábavné, príjemné a takmer každý si z tejto skúsenosti niečo odnesie.

This was an incredibly fun and beginner/proof knife making experience! The 2.5h went by really fast. We went through all the steps with very helpful instructions from the staff as we go through the process.

This was an amazing experience! I truly recommend it to everyone. I'm not very strong so it was hard but he helped me to get a good result. The activity can be longer than planned if needed so be careful with your schedule. He took the time to explain and help us and he was soooo sweet! I will remember this forever!

This was an amazing experience! Highly recommend!!! Mao was very friendly and spoke great English. The facility was clean and very well equipped.

This is a once in a lifetime experience to do real black smithing with real Japanese blacksmiths. I highly recommend going, you will not be disappointed. The instructors were extremely knowledgeable and helpful in making the knives. They tell you how to flatten and sharpen the metal and help you along the way if you need it. They made sure you did things correctly and safely. Our knives came out sharp and we’ve been using them on our trip. You can also grab a beer upstairs afterward.

My husband and I had a lot of fun pounding the steel until it became a working knife. We noticed a couple of lonely husbands at the workshop because their wives would rather go shopping. That's no excuse! Every woman and man should try this and feel proud bringing home their own knife.

sehr feiner erfahrung!!! die Schmiedmeister sind unglaublich visiert in ihrem handwerk und bringen eine das ganze sehr spielerisch bei. sie begleiten dich von anfang bis ende also auch selbst jemand der noch nie etwas in die richtgemaxht hat ist bestens aufgehoben! Auch die nette dame die einem am anfang alles erklärt wie der genaue schmied prozess abläuft ist schon sehr spannend und man erfährt auch über die schmiedgeschichte viele fakten warum nach der kriegszeit die katana schmiede eine neue spate suchen mussten da katana nicht mehr gefragt waren und sie in die messer schmiede wechselten die heute weltweit in jeder küche genutzt werden! kann die Aktivität nur wärmstens weiterempfehlen🙏 man darf übrigens sein selbst geschmiedetes messer mit nachhase nehmen🙌herzlichen dank an das gesamte team Dōmo arigatogozaimasu🙇

It was an amazing experience. It was very fun. The master and his assistants were very knowledgeable and nice. However if you have not done much arm/hand exercises before be prepare for a nice workout while trying to accurately hammer your knife.