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The giant chef head on top of the Niimi building, the landmark of Kappabashi kitchen town

Asakusa & Kappabashi: Authentic Japanese Knife & Tableware Tour with a Local

  • No Ninja costume
  • 60 min
  • English
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¥2,500–8,000 ≈US$16–51per person, by party size

What you’ll do

  • Your Japanese knife
  • Tableware treasure hunt
  • Kiriko cut glass
  • Name engraving

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  1. 00–05 min Meeting & introduction
  2. 05–15 min Ceramics treasure hunt
  3. 15–30 min Kiriko glass art
  4. 30–40 min Local shops intro
  5. 40–55 min Japanese knife & engraving
  6. 55–60 min Dismissal

Kappabashi Knife & Tableware Hunt · about 60 min

Your 60 minutes, unrolled

The street where chefs shop.

Kappabashi Knife & Tableware Hunt · 60 min

  1. The golden Kappa statue in Kappabashi

    Side quest 01

    Spot the Kappa

    Hunt for hidden Kappa statues in Tokyo’s kitchen town.

  2. A guest browsing ceramic bowls

    Side quest 02

    Treasure for one coin

    Dig through Dengama’s ceramics. Beautiful plates from a few dollars.

  3. Colorful Kiriko cut-glass cups

    Side quest 03

    Glass that sparkles

    See Kiriko glass up close and spot the three styles.

  4. A craftsman hand-engraving a name on a Japanese knife

    Side quest 04

    Your knife. Your name.

    Choose your knife and get your name engraved in katakana.

  5. Your turn.

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A new Japanese knife wrapped in newspaper, ready to take home
A new Japanese knife wrapped in newspaper, ready to take home
Kappabashi kitchen town street
Kappabashi kitchen town street
Guests choosing knives in a knife shop
Guests choosing knives in a knife shop
Japanese kitchen knives on display
Japanese kitchen knives on display
A guest browsing ceramic bowls
A guest browsing ceramic bowls
A traditional knife shop front
A traditional knife shop front
A tableware shop full of plates and bowls
A tableware shop full of plates and bowls
The modern Kama-Asa knife store
The modern Kama-Asa knife store
A quiet Kiriko cut-glass gallery with glassware on white shelves
A quiet Kiriko cut-glass gallery with glassware on white shelves
Bargain ceramics piled up outside Dengama
Bargain ceramics piled up outside Dengama
The golden Kappa statue in Kappabashi
The golden Kappa statue in Kappabashi
Colorful Kiriko cut-glass cups
Colorful Kiriko cut-glass cups
A craftsman hand-engraving a name on a Japanese knife
A craftsman hand-engraving a name on a Japanese knife

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Good to know

Please note Your guide does not wear a Ninja costume on this tour.

The meeting point at Tawaramachi Station Exit 3
Meeting point: Tawaramachi Station Exit 3, in front of Sanzendo
Where do we meet?

Tawaramachi Station Exit 3, in front of Sanzendo. Right outside Tawaramachi Station Exit 3 on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line (about 10 minutes’ walk from Asakusa Station).

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When does it start?

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (every 30 minutes). The tour takes about 60 minutes.

How much does it cost?

1 adult: ¥8,000 per adult · 2 adults: ¥4,000 per adult · 3 adults: ¥2,800 per adult · 4+ adults: ¥2,500 per adult. Kids 12 and under join free with an adult, as many as you bring.

How do I book?

Tap “Check availability”, then pick a date and time and complete your booking online. A confirmation email follows. Reserve by 12:00 PM the day before.

What’s not included?

Shopping, food and drinks are not included. Buying anything is entirely optional, and window shopping is welcome.

What should I wear?

We walk for about 60 minutes, so please wear comfortable shoes and clothing.

What if it rains?

The tour runs rain or shine, and most stops are inside shops. If we cancel for stormy weather, you get a full refund.

Can I bring my kids?

Children 12 and under are free. Families are very welcome; children must be accompanied by a guardian.

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Kappabashi Knife & Tableware Hunt ¥2,500–8,000 /person
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