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Turn a Japanese kitchen knife into a one-of-a-kind keepsake created by you. Learn to sharpen with a traditional whetstone, fit the wooden handle and engrave it with your own name.
This is more than a workshop or an ordinary souvenir. By discovering the care and skill behind Japanese knife craftsmanship, you become part of the story that helps keep this traditional culture alive for future generations.
Take home a personalised knife made to be used and treasured, carrying a small piece of Japan and the memory of creating it with your own hands.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Visit "Chopsticks Studio Kyoto" and present your voucher at the reception counter.
What to expect
In this hands-on Kyoto workshop, discover the craftsmanship behind Japanese kitchen knives as you sharpen, assemble and personalise your own knife to take home.
Learn how the blade, steel and edge affect performance before practising traditional whetstone sharpening techniques. With guidance from a friendly instructor, master the correct angle, pressure and movement needed to create a clean, sharp edge.
Next, fit the handle and check the finished blade before adding the final personal touch: your own name engraved directly onto the wooden handle.
No previous experience is required, and all tools and materials are provided. Unlike an ordinary shop-bought souvenir, you will leave with a practical Japanese kitchen knife shaped by your own hands and personalised especially for you.
Perfect for food lovers, home cooks and curious travellers seeking an authentic Japanese experience beyond typical sightseeing.
This small-group workshop is ideal for food lovers, home cooks and travellers looking for an authentic, hands-on Japanese cultural experience.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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