Exhibition and Workshops in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo

From June 3 to June 30, 2023, we will hold an exhibition of Sakai Kitchen certified products at LIFE CREATION SPACE OVE in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo. The exhibited products will also be available for online purchase during the exhibition period.

During the event, we will host special demonstrations and workshops, including a fish filleting class using Sakai forged knives by Mitsuhiro Tsumoto, known for the “Ultimate Blood Removal” technique, as well as a workshop using traditional Sakai chusen-dyed tenugui.

Advance registration is required to participate in demonstrations and workshops. Please check the website below for details and registration.

We warmly invite you to join us.

Venue
LIFE CREATION SPACE OVE
KDX Residence Minami-Aoyama 1F, 3-4-8 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Dates: June 3 to June 30, 2023
Hours: 10:00 – 18:00 (Closed on Mondays)
Website: https://www.ove-web.com

Workshop and Demonstration Events

Sakai Forged Knife Demonstration Event
Date: June 3, 2023
Time: 17:00 – 19:15

Part 1
Introduction to the history of Sakai forged knives, knife sharpening demonstration and hands-on experience
Presenter: Toshikazu Aoki, Executive Director, Aoki Hamono Co., Ltd.

Part 2
Fish filleting class and tasting comparison of fresh and aged amberjack
Presenter: Mitsuhiro Tsumoto, K.K. Tsumoto

Fee: 2,000 yen
Capacity: 25 participants

Chusen Tenugui Workshop
Date: June 25, 2023

Session 1: 11:00 – 12:00
Session 2: 13:30 – 14:30
Session 3: 14:45 – 15:45

Content: Making a drawstring pouch using chusen-dyed tenugui
Instructor: Keisuke Tanaka, Head of Tokyo Office, Nakani Co., Ltd.

Fee: 500 yen
Capacity: 5 participants per session

Please note that event details are subject to change.

Participation in demonstrations and workshops requires advance registration. For more information, please visit the website.

Sakai Kitchen Certified Products Fair
Details and Registration

About LIFE CREATION SPACE OVE
Operated by Shimano Inc., headquartered in Sakai City, this cultural hub opened in January 2006 in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo. It aims to promote cycling culture and provide opportunities for a wider audience, including those who do not usually ride bicycles, to enjoy it. In addition to operating a café, it hosts in-store events and organizes cycling-related activities.

Website: https://www.ove-web.com