Forge a Knife in Gifu
From ¥78,000 per person · 6 hours
Spend a day making a roughly 20 cm utility knife from start to finish at a forge in a traditional farmhouse.
- Where
- Gifu
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Group size
- 1–6 guests
In Hashima, about 35 minutes by Shinkansen from Kyoto and one stop from Nagoya, a well-known blacksmith's workshop is housed in a traditional Japanese farmhouse.
Under the guidance of an acclaimed swordsmith you make a utility knife, about 20 cm long, learning each step of the process from start to finish.
What is included
- Making a utility knife from start to finish
- Guidance from an acclaimed swordsmith
- English-speaking host
Host and place
Hosted by A swordsmith
Meeting point Gifu — exact address sent once confirmed
Cancellation policy for this experience
Our standard tour cancellation terms (Terms and Conditions, clause 5) do not apply to this experience. It is run by a partner host, who sets its own conditions:
Free cancellation up to 8 days before the experience date: you get a full refund if we receive your cancellation by 5:00 PM Japan time on that day. After that the booking is non-refundable, and the date and the number of guests cannot be changed.
We will remind you of these conditions by email when your booking is confirmed. Please read them before you book.
Good to know
How long is Forge a Knife in Gifu?
Forge a Knife in Gifu lasts 6 hours.
How much does Forge a Knife in Gifu cost?
From ¥78,000 per person. We confirm the exact price when we confirm your date.
What is the cancellation policy?
Our standard tour cancellation terms do not apply to this experience: it is run by a partner who sets its own conditions. Free cancellation up to 8 days before the experience date: you get a full refund if we receive your cancellation by 5:00 PM Japan time on that day. After that the booking is non-refundable, and the date and the number of guests cannot be changed. We will remind you of these conditions by email when your booking is confirmed.
How many guests can join?
This experience takes 1 to 6 guests, so it stays small and personal.
Where does it take place and where do we meet?
The experience takes place in Gifu. Meeting point: Gifu — exact address sent once confirmed.
What is included?
Making a utility knife from start to finish, Guidance from an acclaimed swordsmith and English-speaking host.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry with your preferred date using the form on this page. We confirm availability with the host and reply within one working day. Nothing is charged at the enquiry stage.
