Heritage
750+ years of blade-making tradition passed down through generations of master craftsmen
Premium Steel
VG-10, VG-MAX, SG2 powdered steel, and traditional high-carbon steel construction
Craftsmanship
Handcrafted by skilled artisans using techniques refined over centuries
Precision
Exceptional edge retention and razor-sharp cutting performance
The oldest knife company in the world with superior kitchen cutlery handcrafted by artisans in Japan. Bears the royal symbol of the chrysanthemum flower as a mark of excellence in quality and performance.
The most well-known knife maker of traditional Japanese style knives among professionals. Masamoto VG series features VG-10 stainless steel with perfect balance between sharpness and ease of maintenance.
Handcrafted premium kitchen knives using centuries-old sword-making techniques. Every knife is meticulously hand-forged in Sakai with high-quality materials and artisanal quality.
Globally celebrated for exquisite beauty and precision. Features stunning Damascus-clad blades with VG-MAX steel core for exceptional sharpness and edge retention. Elegant pakkawood handles combine traditional Japanese craftsmanship with modern technology.
Household name brand with modern, minimalist design. Seamless stainless steel construction with proprietary Cromova 18 steel. Enhanced hygiene, easy to clean, with excellent edge retention and rust resistance.
Combines Japanese artistry with German engineering. Birchwood SG2 series features micro-carbide powdered SG2 steel core for unparalleled edge retention and sharpness. Crafted by skilled artisans.
Japan's leading brand in Western-style knives, admired by professional chefs worldwide. Excellence in European knife design with Japanese precision and craftsmanship.
Learn More →One of the most famous Japanese knife brands. Based in Tsubame City known for metalworking traditions. Excellent value for quality craftsmanship with VG10 stainless steel and durable black micarta handles.
Strictly made in Japan with Japanese materials. Hand-forged by experienced craftsmen in Sakai using traditional methods. Proprietary chromium, molybdenum, vanadium high-carbon steel alloy.
