Kyoto:Japanese Samurai Replica Sword Making Workshop

5.0(3)2 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Atelier NIN

About this activity

This workshop allows you to create a decorative Japanese short sword from the blade to the final design.

Experience zinc-alloy casting, then choose your own scabbard, handle, guard, ornaments and cord from a wide variety of colors and traditional patterns.

Every combination is different, making your finished sword truly one of a kind.

With guidance from an experienced instructor, beginners can enjoy the process safely while learning about sword construction, craftsmanship and the end of the samurai era.

Best of all, you can take your handmade creation home—not as an ordinary souvenir, but as a lasting memory of Kyoto.

What's included

✓All the necessary materials and tools.

Meeting and pickup

Guests are required to come directly to the designated address, where our shop is located. Our guide will be waiting for them inside the shop at the scheduled time.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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