One-of-a-kind Frying Pan Crafting Tour

Craft your own unique frying pan at a historic blacksmith shop. Enjoy a BBQ with your creation and explore Tsubame-Sanjo by bicycle.

Duration: 7 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • KRaft Tour - The tour begins at KRaft’s iconic 85-year-old empty warehouse where has been weaving histories of the industrial.
  • Shinano River - From the warehouse to the workshop, you will ride a bicycle along the bank of Shinano-River where you can relax and see a common scenery such as a railway crossing, a railway bridge and so on.
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What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Bicycle use
  • Gratuities
  • Workshop fee
What's Not Included
  • Dinner
Additional Information

At the blacksmithing shop with a 150-year history, you can craft your own frying pan out of a piece of iron plate. The entire process, from forging to installing a handle, is completed by your own hands with great care. Furthermore, BBQ with a freshly made frying pan is exceptional. It’ll be fun to use one-of-a-kind frying pan that fits in your hands…

Location
1-chōme-16-22 Nishiyokkamachi
Please come directly to the KRaft Kura Gallery building. You can park your car in the parking space in front of the building.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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W1554qqmanuelf
Aug 10, 2024
Tsubame-Sanjo frying pan tour - It was a really privilege to able to join such a unique event. With the help of a 5th generation blacksmith who specializes in hoes and farm tools, I had the chance to create my own frying pan. Furthermore, it gave me an insight to Tsubame-Sanjo’s renowned metalwork industry and the whole process has given a new found respect for their field of profession. I was blown away by the precision and attention to detail. It really is an art form that requires a lot of skill and practice. I feel a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction using my frying pan in the morning:) I would totally recommend this tour to anyone, even if you don’t have much of an interest in kitchenware.
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Nata654
Aug 8, 2024
Super fun experience! - I really enjoy crafting and making things with my own hands. This experience gave me the chance to craft my very own high-quality frying pan with the help of a professional. This frying pan has become a precious item in my kitchen by now! Knowing the effort behind handcrafting such utensils after having participated in the experience makes me appreciate it even more.
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Vacation32355103326
Aug 1, 2024
A unique crafting experience and interaction with the local community - In July, I participated in their trial tour. The starting point of the journey, the old warehouse, had a nostalgic feel with its sense of the local industry's history. I participated in making a frying pan, and it was an unforgettable experience to be able to create my favorite frying pan from a single piece of metal. The craftsmen kindly and carefully guided us, and the English-speaking guide was also wonderfully attentive. Through the bicycle trip, we were able to interact with the local people and visit places that only locals know about, making it a very memorable trip.
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From $426
up to 2 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).