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Kōchi

Our collection from Kōchi brings together products that reflect the region’s hardworking ethos. Expect bold flavors, natural finishes, and a focus on practical performance.

Whether you’re working with vegetables or fish, these tools and spices are designed to be reliable and approachable — traditional goods, rich with regional soul.

Gifu Prefecture

This collection celebrates the spirit of Gifu: heritage-driven, utility-minded, and beautifully made.

Whether you’re drawn to the precision of a Seki-forged knife or the earthy warmth of a Mino-yaki donabe, these pieces are built for use, and made to last.

Niigata Prefecture

This collection showcases the quiet excellence of Niigata-made tools—from forged blades to industrially elegant accessories.

Built to last and designed with purpose, each piece reflects a legacy of craftsmanship that values both utility and beauty.

Osaka Prefecture

This collection brings together the best of Osaka’s enduring craft culture.

Whether you’re seeking a hand-forged knife for the kitchen or a beautifully dyed textile for daily use, each piece speaks to a tradition shaped by integrity, artistry, and purpose.

Other Notable Prefectures

While many Japanese knives come from well-known hubs like Sakai, Sanjo, and Seki, there are exceptional tools produced in under-recognized—but equally storied—craft regions across Japan.

This collection brings together products from Hyōgo, Tokyo, Chiba, Ibaraki, Mie, Aomori, and Shimane Prefectures—each offering a distinct expression of Japan’s craftsmanship heritage.