Global Delivery from Sakai

  • From Historic Sakai to Your Kitchen — Where Tradition Meets Perfection

    In a world full of look-alikes, discovering an authentic Japanese knife should feel effortless. At KIREAJI, each blade is handcrafted to order in Sakai — Japan’s most respected knife-making city — then shipped directly to you.

    This isn’t just delivery. It’s your personal link to 600 years of tradition, forged for you and no one else.

  • What’s News (Nov 25, 2025) - EMS Shipping to Canada Has Resumed

  • Japan Post (EMS) has officially restarted regular service to Canada following the end of the Canada Post strike.
    Deliveries from Sakai to Canada are now stable again.

    Thank you for your patience. We are ready to support Canadian customers with smooth and reliable shipping.

  • What’s News (Nov 19, 2025) - U.S. Tariff Update for Japanese Knives

  • A U.S. customer has reported a 50% tariff applied to a Japanese knife shipment under the expanded Section 232 measures.

    This follows the end of the USD 800 de minimis exemption on August 29, 2025.

    While KIREAJI cannot influence customs decisions, we will continue sharing verified updates to help customers make informed choices.

Global Delivery from Sakai — Authentic Japanese Knives, Without Compromise

  • “I want a genuine Japanese knife.” — At KIREAJI, we make that wish a reality.

    Our workshop is based in Sakai City, Japan, the birthplace of Japanese kitchen knives with over 600 years of tradition. Here, techniques once used by samurai swordsmiths are passed down through generations.

  • Every knife is crafted at the Shiroyama Knife Workshop, finished only after your order is placed, and shipped directly to your door anywhere in the world via Japan Post’s secure, tracked service.

Why Trust KIREAJI

    • Proven authenticity — no “Japanese style” imitations, only true Sakai craftsmanship
    • Direct from the workshop — no middlemen, no mass production
    • Global reach — customers in the US, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and South America already trust our knives

Worldwide Shipping from Sakai

  • We ship worldwide via Japan Post with full tracking, so you can follow your order from our workshop to your kitchen.

    Typical delivery time: 2–4 weeks, with every package handled with care to ensure it arrives safely.

  • Shipping Rates (CAD)

    • Asia (South Korea) — 34
    • Asia (Bangladesh, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, Nepal, Hong Kong SAR) — 45
    • Oceania (Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, New Caledonia) — 67
    • Middle East (Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, UAE) — 67
    • Latin America (Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, Mexico)— 81
    • Africa (Ghana, Uganda, Côte d’Ivoire) — 81
    • Europe (Switzerland) — 67
    • Other Countries — Please contact us
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The Difference Is in the Craft

  • A genuine Japanese knife is more than a tool — it is an extension of your hand, a partner that brings out the best in every ingredient.

    From the blade’s razor-sharp edge to the perfectly balanced handle, each piece reflects the pride, skill, and artistry of Sakai’s master craftsmen.
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Authentic Sakai Craftsmanship, Delivered to Your Kitchen Worldwide

  • True Sakai knives connect you directly to 600 years of craftsmanship.
    Each blade is hand-finished after you order, then shipped securely to kitchens around the world.

The Soul of Craftsmanship

  • From Sakai to the World — Genuine Japanese Knives Crafted with the Pride and Skill of True Artisans

    Sakai, a city with over 600 years of history, is renowned as Japan’s home of blade craftsmanship. Here, Japanese knives are not the product of a single hand. They are born through a time-honored division of labor, where each artisan devotes themselves to mastering one skill and contributing to the making of an exceptional knife.

  • From the forging craftsman who shapes the steel with fire and hammer, to the sharpening specialist who perfects the cutting edge, to the handle maker who creates a seamless fit in the hand—each step reflects unwavering dedication, skill, and pride. It is precisely because of this collaboration that Sakai knives are regarded not merely as tools, but as functional works of art.

  • A Japanese knife is more than a kitchen utensil. It becomes an extension of your hand, a trusted partner that reveals the true potential of every ingredient. This is why we are committed to delivering these irreplaceable knives directly from Sakai workshops to kitchens around the world.

  • Even if you live thousands of miles away, when you hold a Sakai knife, you are connected to generations of Japanese artisans—their skill, their pride, and their spirit.

  • Please choose your Japanese knife with confidence. We, the artisans of Sakai, are proud to deliver true craftsmanship and tradition from Japan—directly to you.
Sakai Traditional Craftsmen Collection

KIREAJI's Three Promises to You

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    1. Forged in the Legacy of Sakai

    From Sakai City—Japan’s renowned birthplace of professional kitchen knives—each blade is crafted by master artisans with over six centuries of tradition. Perfectly balanced, enduringly sharp, and exquisitely finished, every cut carries the soul of true craftsmanship.

  • 2. Thoughtful Care for Everyday Use

    Every knife includes a hand-fitted magnolia saya for safe storage. Upon request, we offer a complimentary Honbazuke final hand sharpening—giving you a precise, ready-to-use edge from day one.

  • 3. A Partnership for a Lifetime

    A KIREAJI knife is more than a tool—it is a lifelong companion. With our bespoke paid aftercare services, we preserve its edge and beauty, ensuring it remains as precise and dependable as the day it first met your hand.