Yoshihiro
Handcrafted Perfection Since 1927
Founded
1927
Location
Sakai, Osaka
Specialty
Hand-Forged Knives
Category
Historic Premium
About Yoshihiro
Yoshihiro Cutlery has been handcrafting premium Japanese kitchen knives in Sakai, Osaka since 1927, bringing over 100 years of knife-making tradition to every blade. Located in the famous knife-making town of Sakai, every knife is meticulously hand-forged using centuries-old sword-making techniques.
Known for their high-quality materials and artisanal quality, Yoshihiro knives are crafted with exceptional attention to detail. From VG-10 Damascus steel to traditional carbon steel blades, each knife represents the pinnacle of Japanese cutlery craftsmanship.
Key Features
- Hand-Forged: Each blade is individually forged by master craftsmen
- Sword Heritage: Techniques derived from centuries of Japanese sword-making
- Premium Steel: VG-10 Damascus, Blue Steel #2, and other high-grade materials
- Damascus Patterns: Beautiful 16 to 46-layer Damascus construction
- Octagonal Handles: Traditional rosewood and ebony handles for superior grip
Yoshihiro Collections
VG10 Damascus Gyuto
16-layer hammered Damascus chef's knife
VG10 Damascus Kiritsuke
46-layer multipurpose Japanese chef's knife
Kurouchi Blue Steel Nakiri
Traditional vegetable knife with stainless clad construction