Tsubame Sanjo Fruit Knife Making Tour with Licensed Guide
Title as written by Japan Guide Agency, JGA Inc.


Before you book
- Private, 6 hours, starting in Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata, not in Tokyo. The Tojiro session starts at 13:00; be at reception by 12:50.
- At Tojiro you polish the blade, watch a craftsman sharpen the edge and assemble the handle, then take the fruit knife home. You choose 1-2 extra sights with your guide.
- Transport fares, entrance fees and lunch are extra; bring Japanese yen in cash. Not suitable for children under 11. The tour is confirmed only once a guide accepts it.
- Changes less than 24 hours before are not accepted. No reviews yet. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
About This Experience
Japan Guide Agency's six-hour private tour starting in Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata: a factory tour and fruit-knife session at Tojiro, where you polish and assemble the knife you take home.
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
- Craft your own fruit knife at Tojiro, one of Japan's top knife makers
- Get an up-close view of the craftsmen at work in the factory
- Enjoy a walking tour with a licensed guide and customize your itinerary
- Take home your completed knife as a unique souvenir
- Visit a tax-free showroom to browse and purchase knives
What's Included
- ✓ Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
- ✓ Fruit Knife making experience and factory tour at Tojiro & Customizable Tour 1 to 2 sights
- ✓ Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Tsubame Sanjo
Not Included
- Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
- Private Vehicle
- You cannot combine multiple tour groups
- Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under itinerary list
Good to Know
- The Tojiro experience starts at 1:00 PM. Please be at the reception by 12:50.
- Upon arrival at Tojiro knife making, there will be an explanation regarding the handling of dangerous objects (knives), machinery, and an insurance application.
- ・This tour is not confirmed until your guide accepts your tour. JGA will contact you once your guide is assigned.
- ・In the unfortunate case that a guide is unavailable or the tour is not confirmed, JGA will offer a full refund as a guaranteed option.
- ・If you are a travel agent, please provide the participants' email addresses and phone numbers.
- ・This private tour is a walking day tour. A private vehicle is not included. Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites.
- ・Please have Japanese Yen on hand for your transportation costs.
- ・Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Not suitable for
- Children under 11 years
What to bring
- Cash













