Walking Tours

Private Sakai Knife-Maker or Blacksmith Workshop Tour

Private guided tour includes a local expert, a mochi treat, knife sharpening intro, and all fees covered for a seamless visit.
Step inside the Sakai City Craft Museum and uncover the artistry behind traditional Japanese craftsmanship.
Get exclusive backstage access to the Yamawaki Knife Company or a blacksmith workshop—an insider’s look at knife making.
Try your hand at traditional Japanese knife sharpening, guided by skilled artisans in an authentic setting.
Knife shopping assistance is available on request, making it easy to find your perfect Japanese blade.

English-speaking local guide
One mochi sweet per guest
Introduction to knife sharpening
Knife shopping assistance on request
All fees and taxes

Extra Food
Shopping and souvenirs

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

This is a Private Experience.
⚠️2026 MARCH 6TH TO APRIL 6TH - BLACKSMITH ONLY AVAILABLE⚠️
The bookable dates during this period of time will only be for the blacksmith. Nonetheless, Tuesdays and Thursdays will still be available, for the blacksmith as well, with the knife maker rate, which is a nice discount.
Thank you for your understanding.

⚠️FRENCH SPEAKING GUIDE - PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY⚠️ All guides can speak English. Some guides from our team can also speak French. We cannot guarantee the French language on a shared tour. To confirm the availability of the French language on the date you wish to book our tour, please contact us before booking the tour. Thank you.

The tour starts at "Nankai Sakai Station" south of Osaka, where you meet your guide. Relax at the beginning with an old-fashioned sweet shop and one sweet included. Then, visit the Sakai City Craft Museum and discover what this city is famous for. Finally, get the privilege to step into the very private and exclusive community of craftsmanship and knife making.

Tuesdays and Thursdays - Knife Maker
Get backstage access to the knife-making company "Yamawaki", 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 trained guide and get the chance to order your customizable knife that you can watch being made in front of you.

Mondays and Wednesdays - Blacksmith
Visit the Blacksmith's workshop. Get exclusive access to the Blacksmith's workshop, learn about the forging process and techniques directly from the artisan, with detailed instructions in English and French, from the blacksmith himself.

Isn't that amazing?.... It sure is!

What to bring

Bring your passport, as it may be required for identification during the tour.

What's not allowed

Pets are not permitted on this tour.

Infants must not sit on laps, and infant seats are unavailable.

Accessibility

The tour is wheelchair accessible, with stroller or pram access available throughout the experience.

Additional information

Please meet your guide at the designated meeting point at least 10 minutes before departure and introduce yourself and your group size for check-in.

Public transportation is available nearby for convenient access to the meeting point.

The availability of a French-speaking guide is not guaranteed; please contact in advance to confirm if you require this language option.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.