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- English
What makes this experience special is that you don’t simply watch a demonstration—you experience Japanese sword polishing yourself under the guidance of a professional sword polisher.
Japanese swords are works of art, and knowing what to look for allows you to appreciate their beauty in a completely different way. Through hands-on polishing, you will discover how the shape, hamon, surface, and other subtle features of a blade are revealed.
You will also experience the unique posture, traditional tools, and delicate movements of a sword polisher. Even polishing a small section gives you a sense of the patience, precision, and skill behind this traditional craft.
This is a rare opportunity to step into an authentic workshop, learn directly from a craftsman, and experience a side of Japanese culture that most visitors never see. After the experience, you may find yourself looking at Japanese swords with a new perspective.
No previous knowledge is required—just bring your curiosity.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Limited parking is available in front of the workshop. Please let us know in advance if you plan to arrive by car. Traffic can be very heavy when there are events nearby, so please allow extra travel time.
What to expect
You will then experience Japanese sword polishing for yourself. After a demonstration, you will use traditional polishing tools and try polishing a section of a real Japanese sword under professional guidance. You will learn the basic posture, how to hold and use the tools, and the careful movements required for this traditional craft.
During the experience, the sword polisher will also explain how polishing reveals features of a Japanese sword, such as its shape, hamon (temper line), and surface characteristics. You will learn what to look for when appreciating a Japanese sword.
The experience is not about sharpening a sword for cutting. Instead, it focuses on the traditional art of Japanese sword polishing and the techniques used to reveal the beauty of the blade.
For safety reasons, the sword used in the hands-on experience is not sharpened and cannot be used for cutting.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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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