What Is a Sword? Tour and Hands-On Experience at the “Blacksmith’s Workshop” [Nihon Gensho-sha Sword-Forging Dojo]
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A tour of a “forge”—a place where Japanese swords are appreciated and crafted.
You’ll learn about the beauty of Japanese swords and what to look for when appreciating them, and you’ll have the opportunity to witness traditional Japanese sword-making—done without machinery—and experience the sounds, heat, and intensity of the process firsthand.
A tour of a “forge”—a place where Japanese swords are appreciated and crafted.
You’ll learn about the beauty of Japanese swords and what to look for when appreciating them, and you’ll have the opportunity to witness traditional Japanese sword-making—done without machinery—and experience the sounds, heat, and intensity firsthand.
Reservations & Registration
- How to Register
Apply via the official website of the Kyotango City Tourism Association, “Kyotango Navi”
- Registration Period & Deadline
- Up to two days before the tour date
- Cancellation Policy
- No-show on the day of the event / No notice... 100%
Basic Information
- Season
- Year-round
- Closed Days & Excluded Dates
- Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and the year-end and New Year holidays
- Meeting Time & Hours of Operation
- 9:30～15:00
- Schedule
- ① Demonstration at the blacksmith’s shop and hands-on experience with a large hammer
② Sword viewing in the main hall of Nihon Genshōsha - Duration
- About 60 minutes
- Group Size
- Minimum 2 people – Maximum 10 people
- Language Support
- Staff: Japanese
Guide: English,Chinese (Simplified)(Guide interpretation fees and transportation costs are charged separately.) - Accessibility
- Not accessible (there is a step)
Pricing
- List Price
- 12,000 yen per person (tax included)
- Included in Price
- Trial Fee
Access & Meeting Place
- Meeting Place & Ticket Pickup Location
- Nippon Gensho-sha
314 Miyake, Tango-cho, Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture - Parking Information
- 314 Miyake, Tango-cho, Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture
Operator Information
- Operator Name
- Nippon Gensho-sha
- Address
- 314 Miyake, Tango-cho, Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture
- Phone Number
- 0772-66-3606
Area & City/Town Introduction (Kyotango City)
Located at the northernmost tip of Kyoto Prefecture, the city’s entire northern coastline faces the Sea of Japan. It is blessed with a diverse natural environment, including the majestic coastal landscapes of the San’in Kaigan Geopark—designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark—as well as beaches with white sand and green pines and beautiful rural woodlands. With a rich culinary culture featuring fresh seafood, agricultural products, and fruits—a culture highly regarded for its quality—the city has garnered attention as a destination for food-focused travel, as evidenced by its receipt of the “Gourmet City Award” in 2024. It is also known as one of the prefecture’s leading hot spring resorts, and as a city where nature, cuisine, hot springs, and history and culture harmonize, it offers a variety of ways to enjoy the area throughout all four seasons.
