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Sakai - Knife Factory and Craft Walking Tour
Namba, Japan
From 3 hours to 4 hours
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Date
Today
What You Will Do
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 garantir la francophonie pour un tour partagé, car mélangeant plusieurs nationalités, la priorité deviendra l'anglais.
Pour garantir la disponibilité du guide, veuillez nous contacter à l'avance. Merci pour votre compréhension.
IMPORTANT - 3RD TUESDAY
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month, the museum has an inventory and might close without notice on that day. In that case, your guide will take you directly to The knife company and include the history of cutlery while walking, and at the office. Thank you.
Pour la demande de guide francophone:
Nous ne pouvons pas garantir la francophonie pour un tour partagé, car mélangeant plusieurs nationalités, la priorité deviendra l'anglais.
Pour garantir la disponibilité du guide, veuillez nous contacter à l'avance. Merci pour votre compréhension.
IMPORTANT - 3RD TUESDAY
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month, the museum has an inventory and might close without notice on that day. In that case, your guide will take you directly to The knife company and include the history of cutlery while walking, and at the office. Thank you.
What's Included?
- Other
- All fees and/or taxes
- Snacks
- Other
- Bilingual Guide
What's Not Included?
- Extra Food
- Shopping and souvenirs
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
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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15 minutes
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.
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Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Japan Tour Adventure.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
Guide Options
- Guide - Japanese
- Guide - English
- Guide - French
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