Are you visiting Japan this summer? Experience the soul of rural craftsmanship in Okuizumo with our most popular hands-on cultural experience—Japanese knife-making, guided by local blacksmiths and storytellers.
Now available at a special 30% discount exclusively for international guests.
Regular Price: ¥44,000 → Campaign Price: ¥30,000
What’s Included:
• Knife-making workshop with a skilled local blacksmith
• Guided visit to Okuizumo Tatara & Sword Museum
• Storyteller-guided insight into the connection between iron-making and traditional Japanese blades
Campaign Period: July 1–August 31, 2025
By request only (experience date may vary).
Location: Okuizumo, Shimane Prefecture
Apply here: https://thoughinaka.com/contact-tour/?post_id=3309
Eligibility: For international travelers visiting Japan
Inquiries: request@thoughinaka.com
Terms & Conditions
30% OFF Knife-Making Experience (Foreign Travelers Only)
1. Campaign Overview
This is a limited-time promotional offer by ThoughINAKA, providing a 30% discount on the Okuizumo Knife-Making Experience for foreign travelers visiting Japan.
2. Eligibility
• This campaign is exclusively for non-Japanese passport holders visiting Japan as tourists.
• Proof of nationality (e.g., copy of passport) may be requested upon application or on-site.
3. Booking Process
• The experience is request-based and subject to availability of the artisan and guide.
• Participants must apply via the designated link:
https://thoughinaka.com/contact-tour/?post_id=3309
• Once the request is received, ThoughINAKA will confirm availability and propose date options.
• Reservations will be finalized only after mutual agreement on the date and time.
4. Campaign Period
• Applicable for bookings between July 1, 2025 and August 31, 2025.
• Requests must be submitted by August 15, 2025 at the latest.
5. Pricing
• Regular Price: ¥44,000
• Discounted Campaign Price: ¥30,800 (tax included)
• The price includes:
• Knife-making workshop
• Local storyteller-guided tour of Okuizumo Tatara & Sword Museum
• Interpretation and bilingual support
6. Payment & Cancellation
• Full payment is required in advance after booking confirmation.
• Cancellations made 7 days or more before the experience date will receive a full refund.
• Cancellations made within 6 days are subject to a 50% fee.
• No refund for cancellations within 24 hours of the scheduled experience.
7. Other Notes
• Participants must be at least 12 years of age.
• Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes are recommended.
• ThoughINAKA reserves the right to cancel or modify the experience due to weather, safety concerns, or the artisan’s availability.
• If the experience cannot be scheduled within the campaign period due to unavailability, ThoughINAKA will offer alternative dates or a full refund.
8. Contact
For any questions or additional information, please contact us at:
request@thoughinaka.com
