Blades of Steel: Japanese Knives, Museums, & Mochi in Sakai

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Step into the world of high-quality, professional Japanese knives with this walking tour in Sakai City, Osaka. Sakai ranks among Japan's three prominent regions known for the craftsmanship of high-quality knives and bladed tools. While the city is most recognized for its steel-forward craftsmanship, there are plenty of other sights worthy of a visit! During this guided tour, you’ll visit a 200+ year old shop selling cinnamon mochi (a regional specialty), explore the Sakai Knife and Craft Museum, then enter the prestigious walls of the Yamawaki Knife Company for a tour, knife sharpening lesson, and a special opportunity to order a custom-made knife!

Yaogen Raikodo Cinnamon Mochi: Founded more than 200 years ago, this shop serves traditional Japanese sweets with a Sakai city twist–cinnamon mochi. These age-old glutinous rice treats flavored with cinnamon are a Sakai City original, that’ll serve as the ideal sweet treat to kick off this tour.

Sakai Knife and Craft Museum: The museum showcases an impressive collection of knives and bladed tools, ranging from traditional Japanese knives to contemporary creations. Visitors have the opportunity to explore the evolution of knife-making techniques, materials, and designs throughout the years.


Inclusions
Bilingual guide
One traditional mochi (Japanese glutinous rice sweet)
Entry to Sakai Knife & Craft Museum
Yamawaki Knife Company: Tour, Japanese knife sharpening lesson, custom knife order assistance
Exclusions
Transportation to and from the meeting point
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet at the East Exit of Nankai Sakai Station, in front of the Gates.
Remarks
This tour starts strictly on time, due to the various stops/related timing involved.
If you’re running late & are unable to make it to the meeting point by departure time, the tour will begin without you & a refund won’t be issued.
Please make sure to arrive at least 15 minutes before departure time to avoid unexpected delays.

Website

https://www.byfood.com/experiences/sakai-osaka-tour-japanese-knives-museum-sweets-816

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Schedule

2024.10.21. (Mon) 〜2025.3.31. (Mon)

Sales period

Until the day of the event (we may not be able to guide you depe

Price

1 person

［Price List］
￥10,000

Event code

BFOSK2

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