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Niigata Prefecture

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With deep roots in blacksmithing, Niigata Prefecture, and especially Sanjo City, has become one of Japan’s premier regions for high-performance kitchen tools. Originally known for hand-forging nails and farm tools, Sanjo evolved into a powerhouse of blade production—famous for its robust forging culture and refined approach to steel. Knives from makers like Yoshikane and Shigefusa are known for their crisp edge geometry, smooth cutting feel, and beautifully subtle finishes that reflect both tradition and precision.

But the craftsmanship of Niigata extends beyond knives. Companies like Prince Industries have helped define modern Japanese kitchen tools by fusing thoughtful design with everyday utility. Best known for creating the world’s first lever-style Z can opener, Prince has spent over 50 years crafting tools that are timeless in form and intuitive in function. Their commitment to improving daily life through honest, people-centered design is a fitting complement to the meticulous metalwork that Sanjo is known for.

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.

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Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto SLD Tsuchime Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto SLD Tsuchime Walnut Handle

$253.51
$253.51
Gihei 210mm Gyuto ZDP189 Keyaki Handle

Gihei 210mm Gyuto ZDP189 Keyaki Handle

$693.97
$693.97
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Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Western

Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Western

$261.43
$261.43
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Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi

Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi

$229.74
$229.74
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Hitohira TD 240mm Gyuto SLD Tsuchime Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 240mm Gyuto SLD Tsuchime Walnut Handle

$332.73
$332.73
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Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Kiritsuke Gyuto SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Kiritsuke Gyuto SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

$614.75
$614.75
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Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

$551.38
$551.38
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Yoshikane Hamono 240mm Gyuto SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 240mm Gyuto SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

$646.44
$646.44
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Yoshikane Hamono 240mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 240mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

$567.22
$567.22
Tagai Sanjo 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Shirogami 2 Oak and Wenge Handle

Tagai Sanjo 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Shirogami 2 Oak and Wenge Handle

$567.22
$567.22
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Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto SLD Stainless Clad Nashiji Walnut

Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto SLD Stainless Clad Nashiji Walnut

$229.74
$229.74
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Wakui 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Warikomi Chestnut

Wakui 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Warikomi Chestnut

$472.16
$472.16
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Gihei 240mm Gyuto ZDP189 Keyaki Handle

Gihei 240mm Gyuto ZDP189 Keyaki Handle

$667.04
$667.04
$741.51
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Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Gyuto SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Gyuto SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

$614.75
$614.75
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Wakui 210mm Gyuto V2 Carbon Kurouchi Nashiji Ho Octagonal

Wakui 210mm Gyuto V2 Carbon Kurouchi Nashiji Ho Octagonal

$392.93
$392.93
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Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Kiritsuke Gyuto Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Kiritsuke Gyuto Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

$551.38
$551.38
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Wakui 240mm Gyuto V2 Carbon Kurouchi Nashiji Ho Octagonal

Wakui 240mm Gyuto V2 Carbon Kurouchi Nashiji Ho Octagonal

$424.62
$424.62
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Yoshikane Hamono 240mm Kiritsuke Gyuto SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 240mm Kiritsuke Gyuto SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

$725.66
$725.66
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Wakui 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Shirogami 2 Migaki Warikomi Ho Octagonal

Wakui 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Shirogami 2 Migaki Warikomi Ho Octagonal

$481.66
$481.66
Hitohira TD 240mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 240mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Walnut Handle

$293.12
$293.12
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Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Migaki Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Migaki Walnut Handle

$253.51
$253.51
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Hitohira TD 240mm Sujihiki Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Western

Hitohira TD 240mm Sujihiki Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Western

$293.12
$293.12
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Hatsukokoro Shinkiro 210mm Gyuto Aogami Super Nihei Damascus Kurouchi Wenge

Hatsukokoro Shinkiro 210mm Gyuto Aogami Super Nihei Damascus Kurouchi Wenge

$693.97
$693.97
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Hatsukokoro Komorebi 210mm Gyuto Aogami 2 Kyomen Hand Finished Kireba Ebony Blonde

Hatsukokoro Komorebi 210mm Gyuto Aogami 2 Kyomen Hand Finished Kireba Ebony Blonde

$578.31
$578.31
$681.30
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Wakui 240mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Warikomi Chestnut

Wakui 240mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Warikomi Chestnut

$503.84
$503.84
Wakui 210mm Sujihiki Stainless Clad Shirogami 2 Migaki Warikomi Ho Octagonal

Wakui 210mm Sujihiki Stainless Clad Shirogami 2 Migaki Warikomi Ho Octagonal

$465.82
$465.82
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Yoshikane Hamono 240mm Sujihiki SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 240mm Sujihiki SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

$700.31
$700.31
Wakui 240mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Shirogami 2 Migaki Warikomi Ho Octagonal

Wakui 240mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Shirogami 2 Migaki Warikomi Ho Octagonal

$513.35
$513.35
Yoshikane Hamono 240mm Sujihiki Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 240mm Sujihiki Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

$621.09
$621.09
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Hatsukokoro Shinkiro 240mm Gyuto Aogami Super Nihei Damascus Kurouchi Wenge

Hatsukokoro Shinkiro 240mm Gyuto Aogami Super Nihei Damascus Kurouchi Wenge

$630.60
$630.60
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Wakui 240mm Sujihiki V2 Carbon Kurouchi Nashiji Ho Octagonal

Wakui 240mm Sujihiki V2 Carbon Kurouchi Nashiji Ho Octagonal

$440.47
$440.47
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Hitohira TD 240mm Gyuto SLD Nashiji Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 240mm Gyuto SLD Nashiji Walnut Handle

$308.96
$308.96
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Hitohira TD 240mm Gyuto SLD Migaki Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 240mm Gyuto SLD Migaki Walnut Handle

$332.73
$332.73
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Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Tsuchime Enju with Double Ebony Ferrule

Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Tsuchime Enju with Double Ebony Ferrule

$630.60
$630.60
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Hitohira Hinode (Hinoura) 210mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood Oct

Hitohira Hinode (Hinoura) 210mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood Oct

$404.03
$404.03
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Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Wenge Handle

Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Wenge Handle

$261.43
$261.43
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Hitohira TD 240mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Padauk Handle

Hitohira TD 240mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Padauk Handle

$293.12
$293.12
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Hatsukokoro Komorebi 210mm Gyuto Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Handle

Hatsukokoro Komorebi 210mm Gyuto Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Handle

$736.75
$736.75
$868.26
Konosuke Sanjo GS+ 210mm Gyuto SLD Khii Laurel Handle with Leather Sheath

Konosuke Sanjo GS+ 210mm Gyuto SLD Khii Laurel Handle with Leather Sheath

$510.18
$510.18
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Wakui 240mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Suminagashi Chestnut

Wakui 240mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Suminagashi Chestnut

$855.58
$855.58
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Shigefusa Kasumi 210mm Wa-Gyuto 26c3 Magnolia Wood/Horn Ferrule Handle

Shigefusa Kasumi 210mm Wa-Gyuto 26c3 Magnolia Wood/Horn Ferrule Handle

$1,454.49
$1,454.49
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Hitohira Hinode (Hinoura) 210mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood (D-Shape)

Hitohira Hinode (Hinoura) 210mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood (D-Shape)

$388.18
$388.18
Shigefusa Kitaeji 210mm Wa-Gyuto 26c3 Suminagashi Magnolia Wood/Horn Ferrule Handle

Shigefusa Kitaeji 210mm Wa-Gyuto 26c3 Suminagashi Magnolia Wood/Horn Ferrule Handle

$2,928.00
$2,928.00
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Wakui 240mm Sujihiki Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Warikomi Chestnut

Wakui 240mm Sujihiki Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Warikomi Chestnut

$519.69
$519.69
Hitohira TD 240mm Gyuto SLD Tsuchime Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape)

Hitohira TD 240mm Gyuto SLD Tsuchime Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape)

$277.27
$277.27
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New Vintage Yoshikane 210mm Gyuto SKD Tsuchime D Ho/Horn Handle

New Vintage Yoshikane 210mm Gyuto SKD Tsuchime D Ho/Horn Handle

$741.51
$741.51
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New Vintage Yoshikane 240mm Wa-Kiritsuke SLD Suminagashi Half-Octagonal Enju/Double Horn Handle

New Vintage Yoshikane 240mm Wa-Kiritsuke SLD Suminagashi Half-Octagonal Enju/Double Horn Handle

$1,153.45
$1,153.45
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Tsukasa Hinoura 240mm Gyuto Shirogami Warikomi Kitaeji Suminagashi Double Horn Enju

Tsukasa Hinoura 240mm Gyuto Shirogami Warikomi Kitaeji Suminagashi Double Horn Enju

$4,135.32
$4,135.32