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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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New Vintage Sakai Konosuke GT KD Damascus 210mm Wa-Gyuto VG10 Lacquer Handle & Saya 2010-15

New Vintage Sakai Konosuke GT KD Damascus 210mm Wa-Gyuto VG10 Lacquer Handle & Saya 2010-15

$1,516.34
$1,516.34
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New Vintage Sakai Konosuke SD Damascus 240 Sujihiki Western Handle circa 2013-17

New Vintage Sakai Konosuke SD Damascus 240 Sujihiki Western Handle circa 2013-17

$1,000.31
$1,000.31
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New Vintage Sakai Konosuke 300mm Yanagi Aogami 1 Macasser Ebony Horn 2013-17

New Vintage Sakai Konosuke 300mm Yanagi Aogami 1 Macasser Ebony Horn 2013-17

$1,444.89
$1,444.89
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New Vintage Sakai Konosuke 300mm Yanagi Aogami 1 Ebony Horn 2013-15

New Vintage Sakai Konosuke 300mm Yanagi Aogami 1 Ebony Horn 2013-15

$1,111.46
$1,111.46
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New Vintage Sakai Konosuke Fujiyama 270mm Sakimaru-Takobiki Aogami 1 Octagonal Ho/Horn Handle with Saya 2010-15

New Vintage Sakai Konosuke Fujiyama 270mm Sakimaru-Takobiki Aogami 1 Octagonal Ho/Horn Handle with Saya 2010-15

$833.59
$833.59
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Hitohira Togashi 165mm Petty Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ebony Handle

Hitohira Togashi 165mm Petty Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ebony Handle

$547.79
$547.79
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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)

$500.16
$500.16
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Trade In Hitohira Togashi 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Shirogami 1 Ziricote Handle

Trade In Hitohira Togashi 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Shirogami 1 Ziricote Handle

$682.75
$682.75
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Trade In Hitohira Kikuchiyo Ren 240mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Ho Wood Handle

Trade In Hitohira Kikuchiyo Ren 240mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Ho Wood Handle

$304.86
$304.86
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Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo 165mm Deba Shirogami 3 Ho Wood (D-Shape)

Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo 165mm Deba Shirogami 3 Ho Wood (D-Shape)

$301.68
$301.68
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Konosuke Sakai HD2 120mm Wa Petty Ho & Ebony Wood Handle with Leather Sheath

Konosuke Sakai HD2 120mm Wa Petty Ho & Ebony Wood Handle with Leather Sheath

$309.62
$309.62
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Hado Sumi 240mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Finish Burnt Oak

Hado Sumi 240mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Finish Burnt Oak

$600.19
$600.19
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Hitohira Togashi 150mm Deba Shirogami 2 Ho Wood with Saya

Hitohira Togashi 150mm Deba Shirogami 2 Ho Wood with Saya

$381.07
$381.07
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Kaneshige Hamono Denim Knife Roll - 5 Pockets

Kaneshige Hamono Denim Knife Roll - 5 Pockets

$225.47
$225.47
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Kaneshige Hamono Denim Knife Roll - 9 Pockets

Kaneshige Hamono Denim Knife Roll - 9 Pockets

$247.70
$247.70
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Sakai Konosuke Fujiyama FM 225mm Gyuto Shirogami 1 Ho Wood Handle with Saya

Sakai Konosuke Fujiyama FM 225mm Gyuto Shirogami 1 Ho Wood Handle with Saya

$822.48
$822.48
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Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa Seiun 150mm Petty VG10 Ebony with Saya

Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa Seiun 150mm Petty VG10 Ebony with Saya

$927.27
$927.27
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Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa Seiun 180mm Santoku VG10 Ebony with Saya

Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa Seiun 180mm Santoku VG10 Ebony with Saya

$1,213.08
$1,213.08
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Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa Seiun 210mm Gyuto VG10 Ebony with Saya

Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa Seiun 210mm Gyuto VG10 Ebony with Saya

$1,244.83
$1,244.83
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Hitohira Tanaka Ren 180mm Santoku Shirogami 2 Ho Wood

Hitohira Tanaka Ren 180mm Santoku Shirogami 2 Ho Wood

$309.62
$309.62
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Hitohira Gorobei 180mm Deba Shirogami 3 Ho Wood (D-Shape) - LEFTY

Hitohira Gorobei 180mm Deba Shirogami 3 Ho Wood (D-Shape) - LEFTY

$365.19
$365.19
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Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa x BC Shirogami 1 Kurouchi Knife Set - 2 Pieces

Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa x BC Shirogami 1 Kurouchi Knife Set - 2 Pieces

$1,008.25
$1,008.25
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Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa x BC Aogami 1 Kurouchi Knife Set - 2 Pieces

Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa x BC Aogami 1 Kurouchi Knife Set - 2 Pieces

$1,143.21
$1,143.21
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Hitohira Tanaka Manzo 270mm Yanagi Shirogami 2 Ho Wood with Saya (D-Shape)

Hitohira Tanaka Manzo 270mm Yanagi Shirogami 2 Ho Wood with Saya (D-Shape)

$468.40
$468.40
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Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo 180mm Usuba Iron Clad Shirogami 3 Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape)

Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo 180mm Usuba Iron Clad Shirogami 3 Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape)

$293.74
$293.74
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Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo 180mm Kamagata Usuba Iron Clad Shirogami 3 Ho Wood Handle

Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo 180mm Kamagata Usuba Iron Clad Shirogami 3 Ho Wood Handle

$293.74
$293.74
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Hitohira Togashi 330mm Yanagi Shirogami 2 D Ho / Horn with Saya

Hitohira Togashi 330mm Yanagi Shirogami 2 D Ho / Horn with Saya

$523.97
$523.97
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Togashi 240mm Gyuto Shirogami 1 Mizu Honyaki Kurokaki Persimmon Handle with Saya

Togashi 240mm Gyuto Shirogami 1 Mizu Honyaki Kurokaki Persimmon Handle with Saya

$2,103.83
$2,103.83
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Hitohira Gorobei 165mm Deba Shirogami 3 Ho Wood - LEFTY

Hitohira Gorobei 165mm Deba Shirogami 3 Ho Wood - LEFTY

$333.44
$333.44
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Hitohira Togashi 240mm Gyuto Shirogami 1 Mizu Honyaki Kurokaki Persimmon Handle with Saya

Hitohira Togashi 240mm Gyuto Shirogami 1 Mizu Honyaki Kurokaki Persimmon Handle with Saya

$2,262.61
$2,262.61
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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

$381.07
$381.07
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Kaneshige Hamono 165mm Nakiri Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood Handle

Kaneshige Hamono 165mm Nakiri Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood Handle

$203.24
$203.24
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Konosuke Sakai HD2 225mm Wa Gyuto Ho & Ebony Wood Handle with Saya

Konosuke Sakai HD2 225mm Wa Gyuto Ho & Ebony Wood Handle with Saya

$527.15
$527.15
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Konosuke Sakai HD2 150mm Wa Petty Ho & Ebony Wood Handle

Konosuke Sakai HD2 150mm Wa Petty Ho & Ebony Wood Handle

$285.80
$285.80
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Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa 210mm Gyuto STRIX Damascus Ebony Handle with Saya

Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa 210mm Gyuto STRIX Damascus Ebony Handle with Saya

$1,563.98
$1,563.98
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Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 300mm Sakimaru Sujihiki Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Buffalo Horn

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 300mm Sakimaru Sujihiki Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Buffalo Horn

$1,203.55
$1,203.55
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Hatsukokuro Nakagawa 150mm Petty Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Handle

Hatsukokuro Nakagawa 150mm Petty Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Handle

$631.94
$631.94
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Hitohira Togashi 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 1 Ziricote Handle

Hitohira Togashi 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 1 Ziricote Handle

$825.65
$825.65
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Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa V10 270mm Yanagi VG-10 Damascus Oak Handle with Saya

Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa V10 270mm Yanagi VG-10 Damascus Oak Handle with Saya

$914.57
$914.57
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Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa V10 270mm Kiritsuke Yanagi VG-10 Damascus Oak Handle with Saya

Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa V10 270mm Kiritsuke Yanagi VG-10 Damascus Oak Handle with Saya

$978.08
$978.08
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Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa V10 210mm Gyuto VG-10 Damascus Oak Handle with Saya

Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa V10 210mm Gyuto VG-10 Damascus Oak Handle with Saya

$930.45
$930.45
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Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa V10 180mm Santoku VG-10 Damascus Oak Handle with Saya

Sakai Kikumori Nakagawa V10 180mm Santoku VG-10 Damascus Oak Handle with Saya

$914.57
$914.57
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Hitohira Tanaka Manzo 240mm Yanagi Aogami 1 D-Shape Ho Wood with Saya

Hitohira Tanaka Manzo 240mm Yanagi Aogami 1 D-Shape Ho Wood with Saya

$476.34
$476.34
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Trade In Hitohira Togashi 240mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 1 Zircote W Saya & Box

Trade In Hitohira Togashi 240mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 1 Zircote W Saya & Box

$822.48
$822.48
$984.43
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Hitohira Kikuchiyo Izo 180mm Santoku Ginsanko Yakusugi Cedar Handle

Hitohira Kikuchiyo Izo 180mm Santoku Ginsanko Yakusugi Cedar Handle

$619.24
$619.24
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Hado G3N 210mm Gyuto Ginsanko Burnt Oak Nakagawa

Hado G3N 210mm Gyuto Ginsanko Burnt Oak Nakagawa

$743.09
$743.09
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Hado G3N 180mm Kiritsuke Bunka Ginsanko Burnt Oak Nakagawa

Hado G3N 180mm Kiritsuke Bunka Ginsanko Burnt Oak Nakagawa

$612.89
$612.89
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Hado G3N 120mm Petty Ginsanko Burnt Oak Nakagawa

Hado G3N 120mm Petty Ginsanko Burnt Oak Nakagawa

$447.76
$447.76