About Knives

Japanese knives are renowned worldwide for their exceptional sharpness and quality. Now, knife lovers have a new place to visit in Osaka. The Tojiro Knife Gallery has officially opened to the public.

If you love food, cooking, or exploring unique Tokyo neighborhoods, Kappabashi should be on your list. Kappabashi is known as Tokyo’s knife district and has supplied chefs for over 100 years. It sits between Asakusa and Ueno, attracting cooks, designers, and curious travelers.

Mitsuwa Marketplace is a well-known Japanese supermarket chain in the United States. It was created to bring Japanese food and culture closer to local communities.

Dubai’s fine dining scene is gaining worldwide attention, and one Japanese restaurant stands out. TakaHisa, a top Japanese restaurant in Dubai, earned a major global award. Its executive chefs received the Two Knives honor at the Best Chef Award 2025 in Milan.

Traditional Japanese sword forging is a centuries-old craft with a rich history and profound meaning. Today, it attracts attention for both its beauty and its serious challenges.

If Osaka is known for Sennichimae Doguyasuji Shotengai and Niigata for Tsubame Sanjo, then Tokyo cannot be mentioned without Kappabashi Kitchenware Town.

The Seisuke Knife Festival is a traveling cultural event that introduces audiences outside Japan to the art of Japanese knife craftsmanship. The festival combines blades, food, and education in a single setting. Its goal is to show how Japanese knives are made, used, and valued in professional kitchens. The festival has appeared in multiple cities […]

Saori Kawano is the founder and president of Korin, a New York–based importer of Japanese knives, tableware, and kitchen tools.

Honyaki is one of the most respected and challenging knife-making methods in Japanese metalworking. This technique uses a single piece of high-carbon steel and relies on precise heat control rather than layered construction.

One of the most treasured highlights of Japanese cuisine is sushi. This traditional dish has been a familiar part of Japanese life for centuries. It showcases each ingredient’s natural taste and texture in its purest and most unique form.