Hanoi Knife Making Traditional Workshop

Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Vietnamese craftsmanship with our “Knife Making Class” in the historic Da Sy village in Hanoi. This village, renowned for its forging profession.
Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Vietnamese craftsmanship with our “Knife Making Class” in the historic Da Sy village in Hanoi. This village, renowned for its forging profession, has a long-standing history dating back several hundred years. Once a major source of weapons during the Vietnam wars, the village now crafts agricultural implements, continuing the tradition of forging.

In this hands-on class, you’ll experience the intricate process of knife making:

Design: Begin by sketching the shape of the blade on a sheet of metal, chosen specifically for its durability.

Forging: Using a hammer, cutter, and anvil, cut out the blade and tang (the part that extends into the handle) and thrust them into the crackling embers.

Shaping: Alternate blows with the maker to shape the blade. Any imperfections are then trimmed by a hydraulic cutting machine.

Sharpening: The blade is then sharpened on a grindstone. This process includes several phases, one of which involves soaking the blade in a special tar-based chemical wash, a secret family recipe.


Join us on this unique journey and learn the art of knife making from the masters themselves. Book your spot today and take home not just a knife, but a piece of Vietnamese history! ?️?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.