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Join this exclusive day tour from Nagoya to Seki City, Japan’s legendary knife capital, and experience the art of Japanese blade-making under the guidance of a master craftsman with over 50 years of experience.Craft your very own personalized kitchen knife using premium Damascus steel, renowned for its beauty and sharpness, and engrave your name on the blade for a one-of-a-kind souvenir.Forget the hassle of complicated public transport. Travel in comfort and style in a luxury private vehicle directly from Nagoya – a stress-free, full-day cultural adventure for those seeking something truly authentic and unforgettable.

This is not a standard name-engraving workshop.You will hand-draw your own name, message, symbol, or small illustration directly onto the Damascus blade. Your freehand design is then revealed through the etching process together with the distinctive Damascus pattern.Working side by side with a master knife craftsman with more than 50 years of experience, you will complete your knife, polishing, freehand blade design, etching, sharpening, and test cutting. The craftsman personally guides each guest at their own pace, so complete beginners can participate with confidence.More than simply making a knife, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy relaxed conversation with an experienced craftsman and ask questions about Japanese steel, polishing, sharpening, knife care, blade shapes, and the skills he has developed over five decades.After completed your knife, you can take home a full-size, practical Damascus kitchen knife carrying your own handwriting or artwork on the same day.

Craft Your Own Damascus Knife and Discover Seki’s Blade CultureIn Seki, Gifu—one of Japan’s most historic blade-making cities—you will complete your own Damascus kitchen knife, enjoy a local Japanese lunch, and discover the culture behind Japanese blades.Working with a master craftsman with more than 50 years of experience, you will take part in polishing, hand-drawing your own design, etching, sharpening, and test cutting.Instead of simple engraving, hand-draw your own name, message, symbol, or small artwork directly onto the blade. Your design is then revealed together with the beautiful Damascus pattern.Choose from Santoku, Gyuto, Nakiri, or Bunka, depending on availability.Each guest is guided step by step at their own pace, making the experience suitable even for beginners. At the end, test the sharpness of your finished knife on fresh vegetables and take home both your Damascus knife and a deeper appreciation of Seki’s blade-making tradition.

Experience an authentic Hunting Knife Making Tour in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, a region renowned for over 700 years of sword-making tradition. Under the guidance of a master craftsman with more than 50 years of expertise, participants will craft their own hunting knife and receive instruction on its proper use and maintenance. This immersive tour offers more than a typical samurai experience - it provides a unique opportunity to gain insight into the samurai spirit while enjoying the hands-on process of creating a personalized hunting knife.