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Characteristics of Gifu Prefecture's Seki City

Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, stands as a hallmark of Japan's blade-producing prowess, blending centuries-old traditions with modern innovation.

Characteristics of Gifu Prefecture's Seki City

Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, stands as a hallmark of Japan's blade-producing prowess, blending centuries-old traditions with modern innovation.

Urasuki Japanese knife from Sakai City.

What are the dimples on Japanese knives? - Enha...

Discover the significance of dimples (URASUKI) in Japanese knives, renowned for their exceptional sharpness and functionality. Learn how dimples reduce resistance, improve balance, and elevate your cutting experience.

What are the dimples on Japanese knives? - Enha...

Discover the significance of dimples (URASUKI) in Japanese knives, renowned for their exceptional sharpness and functionality. Learn how dimples reduce resistance, improve balance, and elevate your cutting experience.

Yanagiba Japanese knife from Sakai City.

Decoding the Craftsmanship: Your Guide to Ident...

Unlock the secrets of Japanese chef knives, known as "Wa-bocho," renowned worldwide for their precision and elegance. This comprehensive guide explores the various types of Japanese chef knives, steel options,...

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Decoding the Craftsmanship: Your Guide to Ident...

Unlock the secrets of Japanese chef knives, known as "Wa-bocho," renowned worldwide for their precision and elegance. This comprehensive guide explores the various types of Japanese chef knives, steel options,...

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Yanagiba Japanese knife from Sakai City.

What is a Japanese fish knife called?

Explore the elegance and precision of the Japanese fish knife, known as the Yanagiba, essential for seafood culinary arts. Learn about its distinctive features, cutting techniques, and proper care to...

What is a Japanese fish knife called?

Explore the elegance and precision of the Japanese fish knife, known as the Yanagiba, essential for seafood culinary arts. Learn about its distinctive features, cutting techniques, and proper care to...

ZDP189 Petty Japanese knife from Sakai City.

Discovering the Petty Knife: The Small Yet Migh...

Explore the world of Japanese culinary precision with the Petty Knife, a small yet versatile Japanese chef's knife. Discover the features, applications, and proper care techniques for this indispensable kitchen...

Discovering the Petty Knife: The Small Yet Migh...

Explore the world of Japanese culinary precision with the Petty Knife, a small yet versatile Japanese chef's knife. Discover the features, applications, and proper care techniques for this indispensable kitchen...

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Father’s Day: Put your gratitude into a knife W...

Every year, the third Sunday of June is Father’s Day. Many people may mistakenly think it’s the second Sunday of May because of Mother’s Day. Father’s Day has an important...

Father’s Day: Put your gratitude into a knife W...

Every year, the third Sunday of June is Father’s Day. Many people may mistakenly think it’s the second Sunday of May because of Mother’s Day. Father’s Day has an important...

The Origin of Craftsmanship

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

  • Knife making is not just a craft; it’s the creation of a “story” by engaging with materials and giving them shape. Each piece of steel is hammered, heated, and shaped, transforming from mere material into a tool that fits the hand of its user. The moment when the steel takes form in my hands, as if it’s being infused with life, is the most rewarding part of the process.

  • That’s why I don’t just create knives that are sharp; I craft the “perfect strike” for the user. The story that unfolds during this process is the true value for me.
Sakai Traditional Craftsmen Collection

KIREAJI's Three Promises to You

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    1. High-quality Japanese Knive

    We offer knives crafted by craftsmen from Sakai City.

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    2. Genuine Sharpness

    To ensure you experience sharpness, we provide a free Honbazuke by our skilled craftsmen.

  • 3. Lifetime Knife Use

    Every knife comes with a free Saya(Sheath) for durability. We also provide paid after-sales services with Sakai City Japanese knife workshop.