Kappabashi Knife Shopping Guide: Tokyo’s Kitchen Town (2026)
Kappabashi is Tokyo’s street of kitchen supply shops. Access, opening days, the 2026 Dougu Matsuri and what three knife shops say about engraving and sharpening.
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Buying a Kitchen Knife in Japan: Carrying It, Tax-Free Shopping and Taking It Home (2026)
What Japanese law says about carrying a knife you just bought, how tax-free shopping changes on November 1, 2026, and what to know before flying or shipping a knife home.
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Seki Cutlery Festival 2026: Dates, Events and Tips for Visitors
Seki, Japan’s knife town, holds its Hamono Matsuri on October 10 and 11, 2026. Dates, events, access and buying tips, checked against official sources.
