• Horse mackerel

  • We will introduce how to cut horse mackerel. You can see the whole process from pre-processing to how to use a knife with explanations.
    Refine your fish preparation skills with our detailed guide on horse mackerel, leveraging Japanese knife expertise.

Video Provided: Sabakeru Channel (part of the Nippon Foundation's "The Ocean and Japan Project")

The Origin of Craftsmanship

  • The sense of accomplishment when I see the knife I’ve finished with my own hands is what drives me to keep going.

  • The journey to complete a knife is never short, and I put my full effort into each and every step. Among all the stages, the moment I feel the greatest joy is when I finally see the knife I’ve shaped with my own hands. When the steel becomes a beautiful blade and everything falls into place, I can feel the long hours and hard work come to fruition, and I can't help but bask in that sense of accomplishment.

  • That moment is more valuable to me than anything else. It fuels my motivation for the next project and keeps me eager to continue. Every time I experience that sense of accomplishment, it makes me want to create something even better, to improve my skills even more.

  • They say there is no end to craftsmanship, but it is these moments, one after another, that ultimately help me grow and push me to reach even greater heights.
Sakai Traditional Craftsmen Collection

KIREAJI's Three Promises to You

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    1. Forged in the Legacy of Sakai

    In the hands of master artisans, each blade is born from over six centuries of Japanese knife-making heritage. Perfectly balanced, enduringly sharp, and exquisitely crafted—every cut carries the soul of true craftsmanship.

  • 2. Thoughtful Care for Everyday Use

    Each knife comes with a hand-fitted wooden saya for safe storage. Upon request, we provide a complimentary Honbazuke—the traditional final sharpening—so you can enjoy effortless performance from day one.

  • 3. A Partnership for a Lifetime

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