Forge your own knife in Kyoto with expert guidance. Experience the thrill of blacksmithing and create a unique keepsake. Book your adventure today.
Forge your own knife in Kyoto with expert guidance. Experience the thrill of blacksmithing and create a unique keepsake. Book your adventure today.
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studio NIN 八瀬 - This immersive experience offers a comprehensive understanding of “forging.” Participants will learn to use the tools and craft a knife following the traditional methods used for Japanese kitchen knives. It promises to be an unforgettable experience.
This experience includes:
- Dressing in traditional costumes
- Learning to use…
- studio NIN 八瀬 - This immersive experience offers a comprehensive understanding of “forging.” Participants will learn to use the tools and craft a knife following the traditional methods used for Japanese kitchen knives. It promises to be an unforgettable experience.
This experience includes:
- Dressing in traditional costumes
- Learning to use the tools
- Forging
- Sharpening a knife
- Polishing the knives
- Don a traditional goldsmith outfit for a truly authentic experience!
- Discover the art of knife-making using the traditional techniques of Japanese kitchen knives
- The “forging” process is central to this experience, so there’s no need to worry if you’re new to knife-making!
The knife size is approximately 13 to 15 centimeters.
(As each knife is handmade, size may vary slightly.)
Larger knives require more time and expense.
For instance, a standard cooking knife typically takes over 5 hours and costs more than $400.
At studio NIN, we aim to make forging accessible to as many people as possible, offering a two and a half hour session.
Additionally, there are no wooden handles.
This knife is crafted using a traditional and straightforward method, with the handle also made of iron.

- A set of tools used to make knives
- Uniform
- English Guide
- A set of tools used to make knives
- Uniform
- English Guide
- Snacks
- Private transportation
- Snacks
- Private transportation
Mao, your instructor, is a seasoned knife expert with over a decade of experience in sharpening knives. He will guide you through the knife-making process in a straightforward manner, perfect for beginners. While some tasks may be hazardous, rest assured. The highlight of the experience is “forging,” where hot iron is repeatedly hammered. Detailed…
Mao, your instructor, is a seasoned knife expert with over a decade of experience in sharpening knives. He will guide you through the knife-making process in a straightforward manner, perfect for beginners. While some tasks may be hazardous, rest assured. The highlight of the experience is “forging,” where hot iron is repeatedly hammered. Detailed instruction on proper hammer use will be provided.
Video and photography options are available. For any inquiries about the experience, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Children under 15 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.