A One-of-a-Kind, Made to Order Masterpiece — Just for You

  • The Story Behind Your KIREAJI Knife: Artisan Craftsmanship & Delivery Process

Why Does the Knife Look Different from the Photos?

  • We often receive this question from customers:
    "There’s no handle in the product photos — do I have to attach it myself?"

    "What does the final knife look like?"

  • No worries — every KIREAJI knife is Made to Order, meaning it is completed after your order is placed by skilled artisans at the Shiroyama Knife Workshop in Sakai, Japan, a region with centuries of knife-making tradition.

    The product photos show the blade in its unfinished stage — before the handle is attached and the final hand-finishing is completed.

  • But there’s more to this process than meets the eye. By leaving the handle off during production, our artisans can:

    • Perform precise blade adjustments and sharpening with greater control
    • Accommodate handle selection or replacement based on your preferences

    This unique approach ensures that your knife not only performs flawlessly but can also be tailored to your taste — a rare advantage that mass-produced knives simply can’t offer.
Shiroyama Knife Workshop

What Makes Your Knife Truly One of a Kind

  • At KIREAJI, our knives are never mass-produced.
    They are crafted to order, following a meticulous, entirely hand-driven process, ensuring each knife becomes a unique, functional work of art — made exclusively for you

    • Blade alignment and balance carefully inspected and adjusted by hand
    • Optional Honbazuke sharpening — our finest traditional hand-sharpening technique
    • Handle fitted and secured entirely by hand — only after all blade work is perfected
    • Handle options or replacements accommodated prior to final assembly
    • Final adjustments by experienced Japanese artisans

  • This is why a KIREAJI knife is far more than a kitchen tool — it is a Made to Order masterpiece, created just for you.
Differences Between Handcrafted Knives and Mass-Produced Factory Knives

The Time It Takes — And Why It’s Worth It

  • Creating something extraordinary takes time.
    We appreciate your understanding of the following:

    • Your knife is only completed after your order is received, through careful, hands-on work by our craftsmen
    • The handle is attached after the blade is perfected, allowing for optimal craftsmanship and, if desired, handle customization
    • Once finished, your knife is shipped directly from the Shiroyama Knife Workshop via Japan Post’s tracked international shipping service
    • Including production and international shipping, please allow approximately 2 to 4 weeks for delivery

  • The wait reflects the craftsmanship, attention to detail, and personal dedication behind every KIREAJI knife.
    We promise — it will be worth it.
Global Delivery from Sakai

Your Knife. Your Story. A Piece of Japanese Tradition.

  • A KIREAJI knife is more than just a tool.
    It represents centuries of Japanese craftsmanship, the pride of our artisans, and your own unique story.

  • Wherever you are in the world, we are honored to deliver this Made to Order masterpiece, crafted especially for you.
All Japanese Knives

The Origin of Craftsmanship

  • This Knife Begins Its Life Only After You Choose It.

    Every KIREAJI knife is more than a product.
    It is a promise — that your knife will be crafted, one by one, only after your order, with care, precision, and pride.
    No mass production. No shortcuts. Only honest craftsmanship, made for you.
Sakai Traditional Craftsmen Collection

VIDEO PROVIDED: JAPAN TRADITIONAL CRAFTS AOYAMA SQUARE (YOUTUBE)

  • Be Cautious with Inexpensive Knives

  • Buying a cheap knife may mean that the steel used is of low quality. Low-quality steel tends to lose its sharpness quickly, which can ultimately reduce the efficiency of your cooking tasks.

    At KIREAJI, we provide authentic Japanese knives crafted by trusted craftsmen from knife-making workshops in Sakai City. Each knife is handcrafted with care, ensuring you receive a reliable and high-quality product that brings peace of mind.