KNIFE SHARPENING WORKSHOP

Learn the fundamentals of Japanese knife sharpening through practical, hands-on instruction in a relaxed small-group environment.

Whether you're a home cook, professional chef, or knife enthusiast, this introductory workshop will give you the knowledge and confidence to maintain your own kitchen knives using Japanese whetstones.

Introduction Workshop

Designed for beginners and anyone wanting to build a strong foundation in knife sharpening.

What You'll Learn

Understanding Japanese Kitchen Knives

  • Carbon steel vs stainless steel
  • Double bevel vs single bevel knives
  • Basic knife care and maintenance

Sharpening Fundamentals

  • Choosing the right whetstones
  • Stone preparation
  • Sharpening angles
  • Burr formation and removal
  • Basic sharpening technique
  • Deburring and edge finishing

Introduction to Edge Thinning

  • What edge thinning is
  • Why thinning becomes necessary over time

Workshop Details

Workshops are held in Manly, Sydney, at Barber Masa, and are available by reservation only.

Please contact us via Instagram for upcoming workshop dates, times and availability.

  • Location: Barber Masa, 18 Whistler St, Manly
  • Duration: Approx. 90 minutes
  • Maximum Participants: 4
  • Price: A$80 per person

Please bring your own kitchen knife if possible. Japanese whetstones and all sharpening equipment are provided.

Private workshops may also be available on request.

Who Is This Workshop For?

  • Home cooks
  • Professional chefs
  • Japanese knife enthusiasts
  • Complete beginners

No previous sharpening experience is required.

Continue Your Sharpening Journey

Once you've completed the Introduction Workshop, you'll have the opportunity to continue developing your sharpening skills through our advanced workshops.

Future workshops include:

  • Intermediate Workshop – Learn edge thinning, chip repair, bevel correction and knife geometry.
  • Single Bevel Workshop – Dedicated instruction for sharpening and maintaining traditional Japanese single bevel knives.

These workshops are designed for those who have mastered the fundamentals and are ready to take the next step.

Booking

Bookings are essential.

To enquire about upcoming workshop dates, reserve your place, or request a private workshop, please contact us via Instagram or use the contact form on our website.

We look forward to helping you build the skills and confidence to care for your knives using traditional Japanese sharpening techniques.