Highlights
- Choose the type of knife suitable for you
- Sharpen the blade and attach the handle to your knife
- Learn about the history of Japanese knives and swords
- Engrave sakura leaves or your name in Japanese on the handle
- Take home a unique souvenir of your time in Japan
Description
Put on the light version of haori (Japanese kimono-style jacket) provided by the crew to protect your clothes from accidental stains. Get unique badge with your name written in Japanese letters. Now you are ready to immerse into a knife making world.
Sit down, have some tea or juice (variety of soft drinks available) and learn the cultural aspects and history behind Japanese knives and swords from friendly Japanese master. Choose the type of the blade you`d love to sharpen this time (up to 5 types of knives available, some of them are for a small additional charge) and the size of the knife.
Sharpen the blade and become a master of a meditative process which takes a lot of concentration and perfectly relieves stress. Several english-speaking crew members are always there to sustain an intimate chat and correct the movements. You`ll get an opportunity to engage into fun and friendly conversations with natives while polishing your knife making skills and getting a personalized advice.
Engrave sakura leaves or your name in Japanese letters on the handle and attach it usung a traditional hammer to make the work of art complete. You can also engrave a picture or anything your imagination is up to. Delicate crew member will help and teach the Japanese basics if you`re interested. Commemorate the sound of effort transforming into a customized knife.
Enjoy an aesthetic packaging, Japanese snacks and tea. Bilingual staff will make the explanation simple and easy-to-understand, adapting to your level of English knowledge. If you decide to come with a friend or family member to observe the experience (not participate in it), we will kindly ask to pay an observation fee on site.
Includes
Standard size knife (multi-tasking) to take home
Customized knife crafting experience
Japanese snacks and drinks
Bilingual staff assistance
Aesthetic packaging
Customized key-holder with a unique design as a present
Excludes
Additional fee for bigger types of knives (usuba, deba, and petit yanagiba)
Transportation to/from the activity location
Meals
Observation fee (in case relatives or friends would like to come along to watch the experience)
Important Information
- Don't hesitate to contact the activity provider in case you have trouble finding the place
Activity duration is approximately 1.5 hours
Guide on how to reach the place on our Instagram @bubactivitycenter
Accessible by public transport
Suitable for beginners; no prior experience required
Please, put your knife box (package provided) into the check-in luggage or we can teach you how to ship it!
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
