Seki Knife Making Workshop: Hand-Draw & Etch Your Damascus Blade

5.0 · 30 Reviews

Excellent Quality

Overview

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.

What's Included

Polishing, sharpening, and test-cutting experience

Choice of Santoku, Gyuto, Nakiri, or Bunka, subject to availability

Hand-drawn blade design and Damascus etching

Full-size Damascus kitchen knife to complete and take home

Personal instruction from a master knife craftsman with over 50 years of experience

Visit to the G.SAKAI Knife Museum

Use of all workshop tools and safety equipment

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

You can easily join for a day trip, roughly 1.5~2 hours by train from Kyoto

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