Visit a Japanese Katana Blacksmith

Visit Nippon Genshosha Katana Blacksmith

Learn about the ancient craft of katana making from the silled artisans themselves.
Visit a working forge, and see the process of forging these famous blades.
Learn the key markers so you can appreciate these iconic swords as works of art.

DETAILS

SCHEDULE
(Some times may differ)
1 Visit the forge, and see the artisans in action, you'll get to try swinging the hammer too.
2 Learn about the process by which the katana are forged.
3 In the main building see and handle their completed swords while they point out the features unique to each sword.
4 Learn about the history of katanas and see how they've changed through the ages.
ACCOMPANYING GUIDE
(INCLUDED OR NOT)
Not
MINIMUM NUMBER OF PEOPLE
2
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PEOPLE
10
AGE REQUIREMENT
10
MEETING PLACE
Nippon Genshosha, Tango
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This activity is available on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

Tour takes 60 minutes
MUST READ NOTES
Reservations must be made at least 2 days in advanced.
To make reservations you must send an email request.
Use the form located below to send a request for reservations.

Cancellations must be made before the day of reservation. Cancellations made after 4:00pm JST the day before will be treated as same day cancellations.
The following condition may also be treated as same day cancellation:
Cancellation requests made when Kyotango Tourism Association is closed (usually, but not limited to, Sundays).
PRICES
Price per person 10000 yen
CANCELLATION FEES
On the day/no show 100%
ACCEPTED PAYMENT TYPES
  1. cash on the day
COMPANY INFORMATION

Request a reservation

This is a form to request a reservation for this activity and does NOT guarantee your reservation. You will be contacted and notified by staff about your request and be sent a confirmation email later on.

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