Narita: Sharpen Your Own Japanese Knife and Take It Home
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Before you book
- At Miyabi, about a 5-minute walk from JR and Keisei Narita stations near Naritasan Shinshoji. The sharpening takes about 60 minutes; groups are limited to 4.
- Included: the sharpening, the kitchen knives you sharpened, a free knife case, and the use of an apron, work gloves and a whetstone set. Tax is included. Matcha in the shop is extra.
- Children under 6 cannot take part. Late arrivals may get a shortened session, and intoxicated guests may not take part. Bring clothes that can get dirty.
- Use the knife case to carry the knives, and pack them in checked luggage for your flight. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
About This Experience
About an hour at Miyabi, a short walk from Narita Station: sharpen Japanese kitchen knives on a whetstone, test them on cucumber, and take them home in a free case.
The sections below quote the operator's own listing. Where it says "we" or "us", that is the operator, so send questions such as dietary needs to them through your booking.
In the Operator's Own Words
- Learn how to sharpen Japanese knives in a 60-minute hands-on experience
- Take home the kitchen knives you sharpened yourself
- Guided step-by-step by expert staff — perfect for beginners
- Optional matcha and Japanese snacks available at our on-site shop
What's Included
- ✓ Knife sharpening experience
- ✓ The kitchen knives you sharpened yourself, to take home
- ✓ Knife case (free)
- ✓ Apron, work gloves, and whetstone set (free rental)
- ✓ Tax
Good to Know
- Late arrivals may result in a shortened experience
- Children under 6 are not able to participate in the knife sharpening for safety reasons
- Participants must follow safety instructions when using knives
- Aprons are recommended to avoid getting dirty
- Intoxicated individuals may not participate
- Sharpened knives are sharp; use the provided knife case for transport
Not suitable for
- Children under 6 years
Not allowed
- Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle
What to bring
- Clothes that can get dirty
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