KIREAJI Blog About Japanese Knives

handle ebony wood Japanese knife from Sakai City.

The Elegance of Ebony: A Symbol of Durability a...

Ebony, celebrated for its beauty and strength, finds its place from musical instruments to the esteemed knife handles in Japanese gastronomy, embodying a legacy of luxury and resilience.

The Elegance of Ebony: A Symbol of Durability a...

Ebony, celebrated for its beauty and strength, finds its place from musical instruments to the esteemed knife handles in Japanese gastronomy, embodying a legacy of luxury and resilience.

Essential Elements in Knife Steel: Enhancing Performance and Durability

Essential Elements in Knife Steel: Enhancing Pe...

Dive into the fundamental elements used in crafting Japanese knife steel. Discover how carbon, chromium, molybdenum, tungsten, vanadium, and cobalt contribute to the sharpness, durability, and corrosion resistance of these...

Essential Elements in Knife Steel: Enhancing Pe...

Dive into the fundamental elements used in crafting Japanese knife steel. Discover how carbon, chromium, molybdenum, tungsten, vanadium, and cobalt contribute to the sharpness, durability, and corrosion resistance of these...

Why are kitchen knives sharp?

Why are kitchen knives sharp?

Discover the key elements that determine the sharpness of a Japanese kitchen knife. Learn about the importance of the cutting edge and blade design, and how they contribute to effortless...

Why are kitchen knives sharp?

Discover the key elements that determine the sharpness of a Japanese kitchen knife. Learn about the importance of the cutting edge and blade design, and how they contribute to effortless...

Yanagiba Japanese knife from Sakai City.

What Makes a Good Knife?

A good knife transcends basic utility, embodying a perfect blend of material quality, craftsmanship, balance, and ergonomic design.

What Makes a Good Knife?

A good knife transcends basic utility, embodying a perfect blend of material quality, craftsmanship, balance, and ergonomic design.

Ginsan stainless steel Japanese knife from Sakai City.

The Brilliance of Ginsan Stainless Steel in Jap...

Discover the superiority of Ginsan steel, a premier choice for Japanese knives. With its exceptional rust resistance and ease of sharpening, Ginsan steel ensures lasting sharpness and precise cutting performance....

The Brilliance of Ginsan Stainless Steel in Jap...

Discover the superiority of Ginsan steel, a premier choice for Japanese knives. With its exceptional rust resistance and ease of sharpening, Ginsan steel ensures lasting sharpness and precise cutting performance....

Yanagiba Japanese knife from Sakai City.

Exploring Rust-Resistant Honyaki Knives: A Blen...

Discover the enduring popularity of Honyaki knives among chefs, known for their near-rust-resistant qualities. Learn about the evolution of knife materials, including special steels like Super Steel and ZDP189, and...

Exploring Rust-Resistant Honyaki Knives: A Blen...

Discover the enduring popularity of Honyaki knives among chefs, known for their near-rust-resistant qualities. Learn about the evolution of knife materials, including special steels like Super Steel and ZDP189, and...

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