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Takefu Knife Village features a "shared workshop" operated by 14 knife-making companies, where visitors can watch artisans crafting their respective products. The sight of sparks flying during the forging process allows you to experience the power of craftsmanship up close.

In addition to each company’s products, the artisans collaborate to create original items exclusive to Takefu Knife Village. This cross-company teamwork is a unique charm of this place.

The hands-on workshops are also popular. In the “Kitchen Knife Workshop” for individuals, you can experience nearly every step of the process—from heating and forging the material to attaching the handle and finishing the knife. You’ll feel at ease knowing that active artisans will guide you through each step with care. You can take your handmade knife home the same day, making it a special, one-of-a-kind keepsake from your trip.

① Double-Edged Knife Class

　You can experience nearly every step of the process, from heating the material and forging it with a hammer to quenching, sharpening, engraving your name, and attaching the handle.

　Age Requirement: 18 and older

　Duration: 6 hours

　Start Time: 9:30 AM–

　Cost: 20,000 yen (5,000 yen deposit required at the time of booking)

　Reservations: Please book here (Reservations required at least one week in advance; sessions held on an irregular basis)

② Small Deba Knife Sharpening, ③ Double-Edged Knife Sharpening 

　This course involves sharpening a "single-edged" small deboning knife—used for filleting fish and preparing sashimi—with a whetstone and attaching a handle to complete it.

　③ This course involves sharpening a standard "double-edged" kitchen knife with a whetstone and attaching a handle to complete it. 

　Age Requirement: 18 years or older

　Duration: 1–2 hours

　Start Times: 10:30 AM, 1:30 PM

　Price: 12,000 yen

　Reservations: Please book here (Reservations required at least one week in advance; sessions held on an irregular basis)