(itinerary) Seki City Gastronomy Tour | A day of exquisite experiences exploring the artisans of cutlery and food culture

The ultimate gastronomic experience combining cutlery and food

Cutlery has supported Japan's food culture behind the scenes. We introduce a one-day premium tour to experience the deep relationship between craftsmanship and food in Seki City , Gifu Prefecture , where cutting-edge techniques live on.

In the morning, experience the craftsmanship at the world's only cemented carbide knife factory and create your own knife. In the afternoon, learn about the history of knives that contain the soul of artisans, and enjoy the food culture of Seki City with wild game dishes.

A special experience that can only be had on this tour awaits you.

Three attractions of the tour

(1) Sneaking into the world's only manufacturing site

You can see the manufacturing process at the KISEKI knife factory, which is not open to the public, and experience for yourself the incredible sharpness produced by the special material, carbide alloy.

(2) Fusion of traditional culture and innovative technology

Seki City 's blade culture continues to evolve with cutting-edge technology while inheriting the 700-year-old tradition of Japanese swordsmithing. You can learn about its deep history and the story of technological innovation.

(3) A food experience that stimulates all five senses

Sharpness changes the taste of food. Experience this truth with Hida beef sukiyaki and wild game French cuisine. It's a luxurious time to experience the deep relationship between knives and food with your tongue.

Seki City , Gifu Prefecture | History and culture woven in the town of cutlery

Located in the Chuo of Gifu Prefecture , Seki City , about an hour's drive from Nagoya Station, is known as a cutlery production center with a history of over 700 years.

The tradition of Japanese swordsmithing, which dates back to the Kamakura period, has developed into the modern cutlery industry, producing knives, scissors, etc. Seki cutlery, known for its "unbreakable, unbendable, and sharp cutting edge," is loved all over the world.

The Nagara River and Itadori River that flow through Seki City are some of the cleanest rivers in Japan, and the city is home to a unique food culture that combines ingredients such as sweetfish, which are raised in this rich water, with the culture of cutlery.

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