Private Knife Sharpening Class

Private Class by Hourly Rate. Note: Beginners require 3 hour session to master independent sharpening at home.


Hazuki Knife
Hazuki Knife
5.0 (65)

1 hour Class size 1 to 6 guests    

  $150 (Afterpay & PayPal Pay in 4 available)

Important Note for Beginners
This is a per-hour private booking. If you are a beginner wanting to learn how to sharpen independently at home, a 1-hour session is not enough time. To build a solid foundation and actually walk away with the skills to do it yourself, you will need to book a 3-hour session ($450). If you are looking for a comprehensive, budget-friendly beginner option, please book our 3-Hour Public Class instead.
Typical Structures
1 Hour ($150) - Intermediate & Advanced Only: Perfect if you would like to fix or improve specific issues you are already experiencing.
2 Hour ($300) - Intermediate: Perfect if you know the fundamentals and can already sharpen various types of knives to a high level, but want to improve your efficiency. Learn the knowledge and techniques to create longer-lasting edge, allowing you to sharpen with minimal time and effort.
3 Hour ($450) - Beginners: The private equivalent of our public course. Covers the fundamentals of knives, knife sharpening and techniques.
All include extensive and supervised hands-on practice.
Locations:
  • Hazuki Knife Workshop - 62 Leonay Parade, Leonay, NSW
  • Provider Studio - 7-9 Flinders street, Surry Hills, NSW
  • Japanese Tools Australia - 29 Production Ave, Kogarah NSW
  • Your preferred location: We offer private classes at your home, either solo or shared with family or friends. Availability and fees depend on location. Please get in touch to explore options.
Can't Find a Suitable Day or Time?:
Please contact Hazuki Knife. We’ll do our best to organise a class that works for you.
Private Group?:
Let us know so we can adjust the custom quote for your private group size.
What is Freehand Whetstone Knife Sharpening:
Often considered a Japanese tradition, freehand waterstone sharpening reflects centuries of philosophy and craftsmanship in blade-making in Japan. The long history of the art of Japanese waterstone sharpening is a testament to its effectiveness and reliability. Waterstone sharpening is quiet, low-risk, and fully manual—no airborne dust, no noisy motors, no spinning wheels, and no risk of overheating your blade. More than just a practical skill, it's a therapeutic and meditative art form that is both empowering and deeply satisfying.
A Skill Every Kitchen Deserves:
Whether you're a home cook, a culinary enthusiast, or a chef, mastering the art of freehand whetstone sharpening is a fundamental skill that will transform your experience in the kitchen. While modern sharpening systems and machines exist, freehand waterstone sharpening is the most elemental, but often regarded as the gold standard in the culinary world.
Please note:
If you are under the age of 18, please contact us before booking. Parent or guardian consent is required.
What you'll get
One-on-one private knife sharpening session.
Knowledge required
Suitable for all experience levels.
What to bring
  • Knives: We highly recommend bringing your own kitchen knives to sharpen. Alternatively, you can use our practice knives. Most students sharpen multiple knives. Please transport your knives safely - wrapped in a tea towel, or stored in a knife case, roll, or bag.
  • Sharpening Kit: A complete sharpening kit that we recommend using will be provided for use during class, but you are welcome to bring your own and try both for comparison. Kits are also available for purchase on the day.
  • Footwear: Please wear closed-in shoes for your safety.
  • Arrival: Please arrive a little bit early so we can discuss and pick appropriate knives to sharpen to start with.
Suitable for

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Location

Hazuki Workshop - 62 Leonay Parade, Leonay NSW

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Hazuki Knife
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Hazuki Knife specialises in the sharpening of knives and tools. We don't just sharpen the cutting edge. We take a holistic approach to improve the cutting performance from a perspective of what types of foods or materials the knife will cut. We sharpen mainly by freehand with Japanese natural and synthetic waterstones, which we believe is the best way for many applications. We at Hazuki Knife enjoy the art, therapeutic and meditative aspects of waterstone sharpening.
Nari is originally from Osaka, Japan and the founder of Hazuki Knife. He is a member of Japan Houchou Togi Association (Kitchen Knife Sharpening Association) where he continuously develops his expertise and is passionate about passing on his valuable knowledge and skills to his students. We aim to give people a moment of joy and fulfilment through sharpening and using sharp, quality knives and tools.

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