Sakai Denshokan (Sakai Traditional Industry Hall)

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Experience Sakai's traditional industries with all five senses!

Overview

The Sakai Denshokan is a facility dedicated to preserving and showcasing Sakai's long-standing traditional industries for the modern age. The hall exhibits and sells traditional Sakai crafts, including blades, Japanese umbrellas (wagasa), dyed fabrics, and konpeito (sugar candy). Blades, in particular, are famous as a traditional Sakai industry and are highly regarded by chefs worldwide. The Sakai Denshokan offers a corner where you can observe the blade-making process and workshops where you can try your hand at sharpening knives. You can learn about Sakai's history and culture while appreciating the beauty of traditional crafts. The Sakai Denshokan also displays documents and videos related to Sakai's traditional industries. If you want to learn more about Sakai's history and culture, be sure to visit. The Sakai Denshokan is a recommended spot to experience Sakai's history and culture and appreciate the beauty of traditional crafts. Please stop by when visiting Sakai.

  • Shopping
  • Cultural Assets
  • Factory Tours

Basic Information

Address
1-1-30 Zaimokucho Nishi, Sakai-ku, Sakai-shi, Osaka Search for tourist attractions in Osaka
Access
10-minute walk from Sakai Station on the Nankai Koya Line Show route
Op.Hours
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Cld.Days
Mondays
Fee
Free admission
INFO
There's also a souvenir shop and a cafe inside.
HP
http://www.sakaidensan.jp/

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