Arashiyama · Culture & craft

Japanese Knife Making & Sharpening in Arashiyama

Discover Japanese kitchen knives through a custom knife-making or beginner sharpening workshop in Arashiyama.

◷ 60 minutesEnglish / JapaneseArashiyama, kyoto
Japanese knife workshop at Viyago in Arashiyama

STEP INSIDE

A little taste of what’s ahead.

  1. 01

    Custom knife-making: select a blade and handle, sharpen the blade, attach the handle and finish your knife.

  2. 02

    Add your initials to your custom knife and take your finished creation home.

  3. 03

    A beginner sharpening workshop is also offered. Check your selected option for its activities and inclusions.

What’s included

  • Instructor guidance and use of workshop tools
  • For the custom knife-making option: blade and handle selection, sharpening, handle fitting, initial stamping and a finished knife to take home

Before you join

  • Not wheelchair or stroller accessible.
  • Children under 6 cannot participate.
  • No previous knife-making or sharpening experience is required.
  • Follow the instructor's safety instructions when handling knives and workshop tools.

Getting here

Ninja Sanctuary, Arashiyama Square 2F, 3-25-2 Sagatenryuji Susukinobabacho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto 616-8385. 京都市右京区嵯峨天龍寺芒ノ馬場町3−25−2 嵐山スクエア2階

Please use the meeting address below and check your booking confirmation for entrance instructions. Contact trade@viyago.jp before your visit if you need help finding the venue.

We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time. Guests arriving 5 minutes or more after the scheduled start time cannot participate.

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A few good things to know.

How do I check prices and available dates?

Use the booking calendar to select your date and guests. Current prices and availability are confirmed there.

What is the cancellation policy?

Direct bookings use our experience tour cancellation policy (体験型ツアー専用キャンセルポリシー). Check the cancellation deadlines and charges displayed in the booking calendar before purchase. Other booking platforms have their own terms.

What if I arrive late?

We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time. Guests arriving 5 minutes or more after the scheduled start time cannot participate.

Can I book for 10 or more guests, or a private experience?

Email trade@viyago.jp with your dates, group size and requests. Our team will confirm the arrangements.