Area ▶︎ SEKI
Knife Purchasing Tour in Seki, Japan's Premier Cutlery Production Area, with an Interpreter Guide
Embark on a shopping adventure to find the perfect Japanese knife, showcasing unparalleled quality
■ Description
This is a program where you visit Seki to test knives, allowing you to purchase the perfect knife suited for you while experiencing knife testing firsthand.
Seki Blade
Seki City, acclaimed worldwide for its outstanding cutlery and swords, owes its reputation to centuries-old traditions and unparalleled craftsmanship in blade forging. The blades crafted here stand out due to their exceptional sharpness, durability, and meticulous attention to detail, making them favorites among professional chefs and enthusiasts alike.
■ Duration
6 hours
■ Steps
Knife Purchasing Tour in Seki, Japan's Premier Cutlery Production Area, with an Interpreter Guide
9:00 AM: Pickup from hotels in Nagoya City (*9:30 AM for hotels in Gifu City).
10:15 AM: Visit to the Seki Blacksmithing Heritage Centre.
10:50 AM: Knife testing and shopping at the Cutlery Pavilion.
12:35 PM: Lunch featuring Seki's famous eel bowl.
1:35 PM: Departure from the site.
2:40 PM: Arrival and disband at hotels in Nagoya City (*2:10 PM arrival and disband for hotels in Gifu City)
■ Price
40,000JPY～120,000JPY per person
■ What's included?
・Private car transfer
・Lunch
・admission fee for Seki Swordsmith Museum
・knife testing experience
・Interpreter guide
■ Exclusions
・Cost of knives, additional food and drink charges
■ Pre-order
14days prior to your scheduled arrival date
■ Capacity
8 travelers ( Minimum :2 ）
■ What to bring
None
■ Cancellation
・ Experience tours may be cancelled in the event of bad weather such as typhoons or heavy rain, in consideration of your safety.
・ The tour may be cancelled in the event of unforeseen circumstances on the part of the facilities accepting visitors or the craftworkers.
・ Cancellations will be decided by 5p.m. prior to the tour day. Be sure to provide an e-mail address where we can get a hold of you on the day before the tour.
