KIREAJI Blog About Japanese Knives

Four Reasons Why Japanese Knives Are Considered the Best in the World (Reason2)

Four Reasons Why Japanese Knives Are Considered...

Explore the deep-rooted connection between Japanese knives and the illustrious history of Japanese swords. Discover how the transition from swords to knives during the Meiji period shaped the craftsmanship and...

Four Reasons Why Japanese Knives Are Considered...

Explore the deep-rooted connection between Japanese knives and the illustrious history of Japanese swords. Discover how the transition from swords to knives during the Meiji period shaped the craftsmanship and...

Japanese Knife forging process

Four Reasons Why Japanese Knives Are Considered...

Explore the meticulous manufacturing process behind Japanese knives, showcasing the attention to detail and craftsmanship that sets them apart. Learn about the numerous steps involved, from grinding to sharpening, and...

Four Reasons Why Japanese Knives Are Considered...

Explore the meticulous manufacturing process behind Japanese knives, showcasing the attention to detail and craftsmanship that sets them apart. Learn about the numerous steps involved, from grinding to sharpening, and...

Deba Japanese knife from Sakai City.

Features and uses of Deba

Discover the versatility of the Deba, a Japanese kitchen knife designed for various fish preparation tasks, including descaling, filleting, and chopping bones. Learn about its unique features, such as the...

Features and uses of Deba

Discover the versatility of the Deba, a Japanese kitchen knife designed for various fish preparation tasks, including descaling, filleting, and chopping bones. Learn about its unique features, such as the...

Yanagiba Japanese knife from Sakai City.

Understanding Stainless Steel: The Rust-Resista...

Stainless steel offers a practical solution for chefs and home cooks alike, providing durability and ease of maintenance with its resistance to rust.

Understanding Stainless Steel: The Rust-Resista...

Stainless steel offers a practical solution for chefs and home cooks alike, providing durability and ease of maintenance with its resistance to rust.

Carbon Steel Japanese knife from Sakai City.

Understanding Carbon Steel: The Soul of Japanes...

Carbon steel, favored for its sharpness and edge retention, requires mindful maintenance to mitigate its natural inclination to rust.

Understanding Carbon Steel: The Soul of Japanes...

Carbon steel, favored for its sharpness and edge retention, requires mindful maintenance to mitigate its natural inclination to rust.

Japanese knife from Sakai City.

Understanding Steel and Stainless Steel in Japa...

Understanding the various types of steel, including carbon and stainless, is crucial in choosing a knife that suits your culinary needs and preferences..

Understanding Steel and Stainless Steel in Japa...

Understanding the various types of steel, including carbon and stainless, is crucial in choosing a knife that suits your culinary needs and preferences..

The Soul of Craftsmanship

  • The Essence of Knife Making: Crafting a Story Through Material and Shape

    Knife making is not merely the act of producing a tool—it is the art of weaving a story through steel. Every piece of raw material is heated, hammered, and drawn out, gradually transforming from unshaped metal into a blade that feels alive in the hand of its user. The moment when steel responds to the rhythm of the hammer, as if infused with spirit, is where the true joy of the craft lies.

  • What we pursue is not only sharpness, but the “perfect strike” that connects seamlessly with its user. A knife becomes complete only when it carries the story of its making into the kitchen, continuing its journey through the meals and memories it helps create.

  • Each blade, therefore, is more than a tool—it is a story waiting to unfold in your hands.
Sakai Traditional Craftsmen Collection

Our Story

  • Tradition of Sakai, in Your Hands

    "Where can I find a truly great knife?"
    We started KIREAJI to answer that question. While the number of skilled craftsmen is declining in Japan, many people overseas are seeking authentic blades. With that in mind, we carefully deliver each knife—bridging tradition and kitchens around the world.
Our Story