Explore Traditional and Modern Blade Techniques Tour

5 h 15 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

Visit Seki City, one of the world’s top three blade-producing regions, and discover 700 years of swordsmithing history at the Seki Blacksmithing Tradition Museum. Afterwards, visit the Fukuda Cutlery Industry factory and experience the latest technology by touring the cemented carbide knife brand "KISEKI:" and m aking a pocket knife. After the experience, enjoy seasonal cuisine at a traditional Japanese restaurant involved in the development of "KISEKI:" products.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 h 15 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: Tourism Designers Co., Ltd.

Ages: Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lunch
Included: Admission to the Seki Traditional Swordsmith Museum
Included: KISEKI: Factory tour and pocket knife-making workshop
Included: Interpreter guide
Included: Transportation

Not included

Not included: Souvenir purchases (e.g., knives)
Not included: Additional food and beverages

Itinerary

Stop 1

45 min

Travel by private car.
Seki Blacksmithing Tradition Museum

45 min Admission included

Visit the Seki Traditional Swordsmith Museum, a facility showcasing the crafts manship of Japan's renowned swordsmiths and an array of historically significant swords.
Stop 3

2 hours Admission included

Discover the craftsmanship behind the KISEKI: knives , made from ultra-hard alloy by skilled engineers. These knives are so popular that orders have a waiting time of over a year. The factory tour offers insights into the technology and dedication of the engineers.

Participate in a workshop to craft a pocket knife, combining a beautifully sharp ultra-hard alloy blade with handles made from locally sourced wood.
Stop 4

one hour Admission included

Enjoy lunch at a traditional farmhouse restaurant, featuring vegetables sliced with KISEKI: knives. The vegetables, with their incredibly smooth cuts, offer an exceptional flavor and texture unmatched by other knives.
Stop 5

45 min

You will be transferred by private car to the dismissal point.