Tokyo: Japanese Knife Craft & Sharpening Workshop in Asakusa
4.9 · 746 Reviews
Excellent Quality
Overview
What makes this experience truly unique is the opportunity to create a functional Japanese knife through a hands-on process guided by a local craftsman in historic Asakusa. Rather than simply observing, guests actively take part in shaping and refining their own blade using whetstones, gaining firsthand insight into the precision, patience, and craftsmanship that define Japanese knife-making. The small-group setting allows for personal instruction in a calm, welcoming workshop, making the experience accessible to beginners while remaining deeply authentic. Guests leave not only with a handcrafted knife, but with a genuine connection to one of Japan’s most respected artisan traditions.
What's Included
Bilingual Staff (English/Japanese)
Use of traditional tools and blades
Knife Making Workshop
Japanese Wood Handle for Knife
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guests arriving more than 15 minutes late may be asked to reschedule their experience, as late arrivals can affect subsequent reservations.
Payment Please note that this workshop is cashless only. We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express (Amex), JCB, Diners Club, and Discover.
Reviews
4.9
based on 746 reviews