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JAPANESE KITCHEN KNIFE|shibisi-model

Bringing the knives loved by Japanese chefs to the world

Craftsmanship inherited in Sakai, Japan, the production center of cutlery

World's highest standard

Yamawaki knives, the top brand of "Sakai cutlery" with a history of 600 years

JAPANESE KITCHEN KNIFE|kametani

craftsmanship

Craftsmanship honed in Sakai

Sakai knives are produced by craftsmen who have inherited, polished, and cultivated a long history of more than 600 years. Knife manufacturing, a traditional industry that Sakai is proud of, has now become a traditional industry bearing the label "Made in Japan." We will deliver the polished beauty, sharp sharpness, and professionally selected Sakai knives to your hands.

Yoshihiro and Goumanosuke Yoshihiro are registered trademarks of Yamawaki Hamono Co., Ltd. "Yoshihiro" and "Yoshihiro Gouuma" are the international registered trademark of Yamawaki Cutlery Mfg., Ltd.

MGURO-TEI

About the Shibisi model

This is a maguro-tei model produced by Nagaaki Kametani, a sushi chef at Maguro-tei in Japan. We deliver products of YOSHIHIRO MODEL, the top brand of Sakai-cutting knives with a history of 600 years, to the world. .
"Yamawaki Hamono Seisakujo", which I have been using for over 35 years at a sushi shop specializing in fresh fish, has further refined the world's highest standard of Japanese knives with its tradition and techniques. ” with confidence. By all means, please experience the beauty and sharpness of another dimension.I am sure that this beauty will charm our valued customers."

YOSHIHIRO MODEL

Origin of Yoshihiro

Wrought iron technology was introduced to Sakai during the Kofun period (401-500 AD (5th century)), about 1,500 years ago.
This technique, which was handed down from the end of the Heian period as a sword-manufacturing technique, eventually made its name known to the world as a tobacco knife for chopping tobacco.
Sakai was also a rich fishing ground, and various kitchen knives were developed during the Edo period, including deba knives for slaughtering fish.
Sakai knives, which are said to be used by 90% of professional chefs today, were born in this way.

How to choose a kitchen knife

There are many types of knives depending on the application. By choosing the right knife for your purpose at home, you can cook safely and smoothly, and a good knife can last for years if used correctly, so choosing a knife is very important. becomes.

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How kitchen knives are made

Traditionally, Sakai knives are made in three independent processes: blacksmithing, sharpening, and attaching the handle, and each process is performed by a different craftsman. This division of labor allows craftsmen to continue to hone their specialized skills, so we can maintain excellent quality.

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Origin of Yoshihiro

Wrought iron technology was introduced to Sakai during the Kofun period (401-500 AD (5th century)), about 1,500 years ago. This technique, which was handed down from the end of the Heian period as a sword-manufacturing technique, eventually made its name known to the world as a tobacco knife for chopping tobacco.

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