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Sakai - Knife Factory and Craft Walking Tour
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Ebisujimachō
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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⚠️2026 MARCH 6TH TO APRIL 6TH - BLACKSMITH ONLY AVAILABLE⚠️ The dates during this period of time will only be for the blacksmith. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Thank you for your understanding.
Get the privilege to enter a real knife factory, with over 100 years of history, where the raw blades arrive directly from the Blacksmith. Visit the Sharpening Station and the main office. Observe the blades being turned into proper handmade cooking knives. Learn and practice the traditional Sharpening techniques with a professional and get the chance to order your own customizable knife you can watch being made in front of you.
Pour la demande de guide francophone: Nous ne pouvons pas gar...
Highlights
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in Japanese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in Japanese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Visit of the Knife Factory
Knife Sharpening lesson
All Fees and Taxes
One sweet per guest included
Bilingual Guide
Extra Food
Shopping and souvenirs
Meeting Points
Departure
3-chōme-22 Ebisujimachō
The meeting point is located at the Nankai Sakai Station, East Exit, in front of the Gates. Please make sure to arrive at least 10 minutes before departure time, so your guide has time to check the guest list and give you the basic info needed before the tour starts. Thank you.
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Sakai - Knife Factory and Craft Walking Tour
(49) Reviews
Ebisujimachō
About
⚠️2026 MARCH 6TH TO APRIL 6TH - BLACKSMITH ONLY AVAILABLE⚠️ The dates during this period of time will only be for the blacksmith. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Thank you for your understanding.
Get the privilege to enter a real knife factory, with over 100 years of history, where the raw blades arrive directly from the Blacksmith. Visit the Sharpening Station and the main office. Observe the blades being turned into proper handmade cooking knives. Learn and practice the traditional Sharpening techniques with a professional and get the chance to order your own customizable knife you can watch being made in front of you.
Pour la demande de guide francophone: Nous ne pouvons pas gar...
Highlights
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in Japanese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 3 hours to 4 hours
Offered in Japanese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Visit of the Knife Factory
Knife Sharpening lesson
All Fees and Taxes
One sweet per guest included
Bilingual Guide
Extra Food
Shopping and souvenirs
Meeting Points
Departure
3-chōme-22 Ebisujimachō
The meeting point is located at the Nankai Sakai Station, East Exit, in front of the Gates. Please make sure to arrive at least 10 minutes before departure time, so your guide has time to check the guest list and give you the basic info needed before the tour starts. Thank you.
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Itinerary
1
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.
15 minutes
2
山脇刃物製作所
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!
1 hour
3
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!