Kazuyuki Tanaka Knife Manufacturing, Learn forging techniques from a kitchen knife craftsman
In the city of Miki, known as the oldest forge town in Japan, listen to Shigeki Tanaka, the fourth head of Manufacturing and the only craftsman in the city to manually forge kitchen knives, talk about his craft, then take part in a forging activity where you hammer red hot steel on your own while Tanaka provides advice. This program offers the rare chance to receive instructions directly from a knife craftsman who produces pieces loved by kitchen knife fans from around the world.
Basic information
- Address
- 875 Ishino, Bessho-cho Miki-City 兵庫県
- Relevant data
- Notes
- Generations dedicated to blade craftsmanship : The Tanaka family began manufacturing sickles as a blacksmith about 110 years ago. In 2000, they started making knives by changing their trade name to the current “Tanaka Kazuyuki Knife Manufacturing”.
Craftsman's commitment : Since 1996, Mr. Tanaka has produced numerous works with the motto of “Creating tools recognized by users”.
Knife Making Experience : It is a very challenging task, but please try lifting a heavy and large hammer and striking the red-hot iron. You can truly feel the craftsman's honed skills in action.
