Traditional Crafting Technique, Sakai Cutlery
In the experience, take a look at the actual production process. The best shape that fits your hand is one crafted carefully by hand. We are looking for distortions or warping while checking each knife, we repair any that are found by hand. Our ultimate aim is to realize a sharp cutting edge and a feeling of comfort. Please take an up-close look at the techniques of our artisans. Experience the meticulous quality of the artisans' artistry in person after the tour. See the difference between regular knives in an instant! Your meals will be made more enjoyable when you experience the traditional techniques of Japanese cutlery, and the cutting edges created as a result. We highly recommend trying a knife-making experience that will bring a smile to the faces of your family members!
Photos
Touring the knife workshop (image)
Participants will also witness the work processes of the craftsmen
Guests can also make test cuts with a knife (image)
Information
- Minimum Number of Passengers
- 2 participants
- Maximum Capacity
- 6 participants
- Meeting and Exchange Areas
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Baba Cutlery Works
3-3-22 Shukuya-cho Higashi, Sakai Ward, Sakai City, Osaka - Open Period
- Closed on certain days
- Closed Period
- Experience activities on Fridays only. Closed during the Golden Week holiday in spring, summer holidays, and New Year holidays.
- Meeting Times and Business Hours
- From 10:00 a.m./From 1:00 p.m./From 3:00 p.m.
- Tour Schedule
- Desired start time. Meet up directly at the venue. 1. Explanation of the production processes of Japanese kitchen knives, 2. Observe the sharpening process at the blade workshop, followed by testing sharpness, 3. Learn how to use a whetstone to re-sharpen a knife in the show room, and then try it out 4. Visitors who want to see the finished knives can have their names engraved in the knives they have purchased (some knives cannot be engraved) > Program ends
- Required Time
- Around 2 hours
- Provision of Meals
- Meals are not provided
- Universal accessibility
- The workshop floor is uneven, and there are tight spaces.
- Parking
- Parking: Available for standard-sized vehicles
- Notes
- After you make your request for a reservation, the tour will be finalized after the experience facility confirms that it can accept you. Then, the reservation is official.
- Related websites
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https://www.sakai-tcb.or.jp/tourism/detail/46
https://www.deep-exp.com/en/osaka/activity/196
This basic information is current at the time of publication and is subject to change.
Please check the official website for the latest information.
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