• 八百源来弘堂本店 - Learn about the 400 years old origin story of the Traditional Japanese cinnamon mochi and receive one as a present. Chance to buy more if you want to.
• 山輝刀物製作所 - This is probably the reason why you will join our Walking Tour in Sakai. Visit a traditional Japanese Knife Factory with over 100 years of family history. Go inside the sharpening station and watch professional working on the blades that comes directly from the Blacksmith. Step inside the main office, where you can see those blades being cleaned, engraved, put together with a high-quality handle to become a real Japanese Cooking Knife.
  On the second floor, the staff welcomes us to their office to introduce us to their product and to teach us how to sharpen a knife traditionally and properly with a stone. Our guests can practice and learn on-site. To finish, only if you want to (no obligation), you have the chance to order your own knife (or knives), to choose the type of blade, handle, material, color (if possible) and engraving. You can watch the staff making the knife in the office, in front of you, and follow the process step by step until it is finished. Amazing!
• Sakai Traditional Crafts Museum and Knife Shop - This local museum was specifically made to introduce everything that makes Sakai city special, such as handmade crafts, Bicycle, as the brand “Shimano” was first created in Sakai and local products: Sweets, Sake and Craft Beer, and more. The real treasure is located on the second floor. Join us and check it out!

• Visit of the Knife Factory
• Knife Sharpening lesson
• All Fees and Taxes
• Snacks
• Bilingual Guide

• Extra Food
• Shopping and souvenirs

⚠️ March 6th to April 6th, 2026 - Blacksmith Availability Only ⚠️
During this period, the blacksmith will be available exclusively on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. We appreciate your understanding.

Enjoy the unique opportunity to visit a historic knife factory, boasting over a century of tradition, where raw blades are delivered straight from the blacksmith. Explore the Sharpening Station and the main office. Witness the transformation of blades into exquisite handmade cooking knives. Gain knowledge and hands-on experience in traditional sharpening techniques with a professional, and seize the opportunity to order a personalized knife crafted before your eyes.

For French-speaking guide requests:
We cannot guarantee a French-speaking guide for shared tours. Thank you for your understanding.

Important - 3rd Tuesday
On the third Tuesday of each month, the museum conducts an inventory and may close unexpectedly. In such cases, your guide will escort you directly to The Craftsman location. Thank you.

• While single travelers can book this tour directly, there is a “2 guests minimum” rule to give the tour a GO. in case of a single guest, the session might be cancelled and the guest will be notify as soon as possible, offering a rescheduling, or a full-refund.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.