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For over 600 years, Osaka Prefecture—and especially Sakai City—has been a central force in Japanese knife-making. Once renowned for crafting swords for samurai, Sakai transitioned during the Edo period into producing kitchen knives, quickly earning a reputation for some of the finest blades in Japan. Today, that tradition continues through the hands of highly skilled blacksmiths and sharpeners who collaborate closely to create tools of lasting performance and beauty. Makers like Togashi, Tanaka, and Nakagawa uphold this legacy, producing knives celebrated for their exceptional balance, refined edge profiles, and thin, powerful cuts. The name “Sakai” remains synonymous with the highest standard in Japanese cutlery.

But Osaka’s craftsmanship isn’t limited to blades. The region is also home to the Chusen dyeing technique, used to create traditional tenugui (Japanese hand towels). These textiles are not only functional but expressive, dyed by hand with layered color and pattern using a process that allows both sides of the cloth to retain the design. Our collection includes tenugui made using this centuries-old method—an art form that reflects the same values of precision, heritage, and attention to detail that define Sakai’s blades.

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.

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Hitohira Togashi 210mm Gyuto Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ebony Handle

Hitohira Togashi 210mm Gyuto Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ebony Handle

$899.22
$899.22
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Hitohira Togashi 240mm Kiritsuke Gyuto Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ebony Handle

Hitohira Togashi 240mm Kiritsuke Gyuto Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ebony Handle

$899.22
$899.22
Hitohira Togashi 240mm Hamokiri Shirogami 2 Ho Wood (D-Shape)

Hitohira Togashi 240mm Hamokiri Shirogami 2 Ho Wood (D-Shape)

$781.34
$781.34
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Hitohira Togashi 240mm Kiritsuke Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Yakusugi Cedar Handle

Hitohira Togashi 240mm Kiritsuke Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Yakusugi Cedar Handle

$726.93
$726.93
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Hitohira Togashi 150mm Deba Shirogami 2 Ho Wood (D-Shape) with Saya

Hitohira Togashi 150mm Deba Shirogami 2 Ho Wood (D-Shape) with Saya

$379.33
$379.33
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Hitohira Togashi 240mm Gyuto Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ebony Handle

Hitohira Togashi 240mm Gyuto Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ebony Handle

$868.99
$868.99
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Hitohira Togashi 165mm Petty Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ebony Handle

Hitohira Togashi 165mm Petty Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ebony Handle

$545.58
$545.58
Hitohira Togashi 330mm Yanagi Shirogami 1 Notaremon Mizu Honyaki Finish Tahei Ebony Horn with Saya

Hitohira Togashi 330mm Yanagi Shirogami 1 Notaremon Mizu Honyaki Finish Tahei Ebony Horn with Saya

$2,265.43
$2,265.43
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Hitohira Togashi 180mm Bunka Stainless Clad Shirogami 1 Migaki Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape)

Hitohira Togashi 180mm Bunka Stainless Clad Shirogami 1 Migaki Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape)

$497.22
$497.22
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Hitohira Togashi 180mm Deba Shirogami 2 Ho Wood (D-Shape) with Saya

Hitohira Togashi 180mm Deba Shirogami 2 Ho Wood (D-Shape) with Saya

$482.10
$482.10
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Hitohira Togashi 150mm Deba Shirogami 2 Ho Wood with Saya

Hitohira Togashi 150mm Deba Shirogami 2 Ho Wood with Saya

$379.33
$379.33
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Hitohira Togashi 270mm Yanagi Shirogami 2 D Ho / Horn with Saya

Hitohira Togashi 270mm Yanagi Shirogami 2 D Ho / Horn with Saya

$379.33
$379.33
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Hitohira Togashi 165mm Deba Shirogami 2 Ho Wood Octagonal with Saya

Hitohira Togashi 165mm Deba Shirogami 2 Ho Wood Octagonal with Saya

$442.81
$442.81
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Hitohira Togashi 165mm Deba Shirogami 2 Ho Wood (D-Shape) with Saya

Hitohira Togashi 165mm Deba Shirogami 2 Ho Wood (D-Shape) with Saya

$403.52
$403.52
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Hitohira Togashi 330mm Yanagi Shirogami 2 D Ho Wood with Saya

Hitohira Togashi 330mm Yanagi Shirogami 2 D Ho Wood with Saya

$521.40
$521.40
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Hitohira Togashi 240mm Yanagi Shirogami 2 D Ho / Horn with Saya

Hitohira Togashi 240mm Yanagi Shirogami 2 D Ho / Horn with Saya

$332.48
$332.48
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Hitohira Togashi 165mm Petty Aogami 2 Kurouchi Cherry Handle Ebony End

Hitohira Togashi 165mm Petty Aogami 2 Kurouchi Cherry Handle Ebony End

$379.33
$379.33
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Hitohira Togashi 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 1 Ziricote Handle

Hitohira Togashi 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 1 Ziricote Handle

$820.63
$820.63
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Hitohira Togashi 165mm Deba Aogami 2 Ho Wood with Saya

Hitohira Togashi 165mm Deba Aogami 2 Ho Wood with Saya

$474.55
$474.55
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Hitohira Togashi 165mm Santoku Aogami 2 Kurouchi Cherry Handle Ebony End

Hitohira Togashi 165mm Santoku Aogami 2 Kurouchi Cherry Handle Ebony End

$545.58
$545.58
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Hitohira Togashi 180mm Deba Aogami 2 Ho Wood with Saya

Hitohira Togashi 180mm Deba Aogami 2 Ho Wood with Saya

$577.31
$577.31
Hitohira Togashi 330mm Yanagi Shirogami 1 Mizu Honyaki Taihei Ebony with Saya

Hitohira Togashi 330mm Yanagi Shirogami 1 Mizu Honyaki Taihei Ebony with Saya

$2,486.08
$2,486.08
Hitohira Togashi 180mm Bunka Stainless Clad Shirogami 1 Ziricote Handle

Hitohira Togashi 180mm Bunka Stainless Clad Shirogami 1 Ziricote Handle

$761.69
$761.69
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Hitohira Togashi 150mm Deba Shirogami 1 Tachi Ho Wood with Saya - LEFTY

Hitohira Togashi 150mm Deba Shirogami 1 Tachi Ho Wood with Saya - LEFTY

$592.43
$592.43
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Hitohira Togashi 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Shirogami 1 Ziricote Handle

Hitohira Togashi 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Shirogami 1 Ziricote Handle

$915.84
$915.84
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Hitohira Togashi 240mm Kiritsuke Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Tagayasan Handle

Hitohira Togashi 240mm Kiritsuke Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Tagayasan Handle

$663.46
$663.46
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Hitohira Togashi 300mm Yanagi Shirogami 2 D Ho / Horn with Saya

Hitohira Togashi 300mm Yanagi Shirogami 2 D Ho / Horn with Saya

$426.19
$426.19
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Hitohira Togashi 210mm Kiritsuke Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Tagayasan Handle

Hitohira Togashi 210mm Kiritsuke Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Tagayasan Handle

$655.90
$655.90
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Hitohira Togashi 210mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Tagayasan Handle

Hitohira Togashi 210mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Tagayasan Handle

$545.58
$545.58
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Hitohira Togashi 240mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Tagayasan Handle

Hitohira Togashi 240mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Tagayasan Handle

$596.96
$596.96