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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.

Prince Silver Stainless Steel Peeler

Prince Silver Stainless Steel Peeler

$39.40
$39.40
Alps Seven Santoku Corkscrew / Caplifter / Can Opener

Alps Seven Santoku Corkscrew / Caplifter / Can Opener

$8.44
$8.44
Replacement Blade - Prince Silver Stainless Steel Peeler

Replacement Blade - Prince Silver Stainless Steel Peeler

$7.04
$7.04
Prince Iron Frying Pan

Prince Iron Frying Pan

from $146.35
from $146.35
Prince Iron Tamago Pan

Prince Iron Tamago Pan

$149.16
$149.16
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Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto SLD Tsuchime Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto SLD Tsuchime Walnut Handle

$225.15
$225.15
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Hitohira TD 165mm Nakiri Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 165mm Nakiri Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Walnut Handle

$189.97
$189.97
Gihei 210mm Gyuto ZDP189 Keyaki Handle

Gihei 210mm Gyuto ZDP189 Keyaki Handle

$616.36
$616.36
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Hitohira TD 165mm Santoku Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 165mm Santoku Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Walnut Handle

$168.86
$168.86
Kaji-bei 165mm Santoku Iron Clad Aogami 2 Suminagashi Kurouchi Burnt Chestnut/Horn Handle

Kaji-bei 165mm Santoku Iron Clad Aogami 2 Suminagashi Kurouchi Burnt Chestnut/Horn Handle

$250.48
$250.48
Mizuno Bakin Hand Axe Straight Kanto Oak Handle

Mizuno Bakin Hand Axe Straight Kanto Oak Handle

$98.50
$98.50
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Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Western

Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Western

$232.19
$232.19
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Hitohira TD 170mm Santoku Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Western Handle

Hitohira TD 170mm Santoku Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Western Handle

$204.04
$204.04
Kaji-bei 165mm Santoku Iron Clad Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood/Horn Handle

Kaji-bei 165mm Santoku Iron Clad Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood/Horn Handle

$188.57
$188.57
Kaji-bei 135mm Makiri Fishermans Knife Kigami Steel

Kaji-bei 135mm Makiri Fishermans Knife Kigami Steel

$53.47
$53.47
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Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi

Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi

$204.04
$204.04
Kaji-bei 165mm Nakiri Iron Clad Aogami 2 Suminagashi Kurouchi Burnt Chestnut/Horn Handle

Kaji-bei 165mm Nakiri Iron Clad Aogami 2 Suminagashi Kurouchi Burnt Chestnut/Horn Handle

$250.48
$250.48
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Hitohira TD 165mm Nakiri SLD Tsuchime Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 165mm Nakiri SLD Tsuchime Walnut Handle

$197.01
$197.01
Kaji-bei 165mm Nakiri Iron Clad Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood/Horn Handle

Kaji-bei 165mm Nakiri Iron Clad Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood/Horn Handle

$188.57
$188.57
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Gihei 165mm Santoku ZDP189 Keyaki Handle

Gihei 165mm Santoku ZDP189 Keyaki Handle

$560.07
$560.07
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Hitohira TD 240mm Gyuto SLD Tsuchime Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 240mm Gyuto SLD Tsuchime Walnut Handle

$295.51
$295.51
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Gihei 165mm Nakiri ZDP189 Keyaki Handle

Gihei 165mm Nakiri ZDP189 Keyaki Handle

$560.07
$560.07
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Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Kiritsuke Gyuto SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Kiritsuke Gyuto SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

$546.00
$546.00
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Hitohira TD 150mm Petty Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 150mm Petty Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Walnut Handle

$175.90
$175.90
Mizuno Jigata Hand Axe Curved Burnt Kanto Oak Handle

Mizuno Jigata Hand Axe Curved Burnt Kanto Oak Handle

$242.04
$242.04
Hitohira TD 165mm Stout Gyuto SLD Tsuchime Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 165mm Stout Gyuto SLD Tsuchime Walnut Handle

$189.97
$189.97
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Gihei 150mm Petty ZDP189 Keyaki Handle

Gihei 150mm Petty ZDP189 Keyaki Handle

$531.92
$531.92
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Hitohira TD 150mm Honesuki Kaku Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi

Hitohira TD 150mm Honesuki Kaku Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi

$175.90
$175.90
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Gihei 180mm Gyuto ZDP189 Keyaki Handle

Gihei 180mm Gyuto ZDP189 Keyaki Handle

$588.21
$588.21
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Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

$489.71
$489.71
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Yoshikane Hamono 240mm Gyuto SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 240mm Gyuto SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

$574.14
$574.14
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Yoshikane Hamono 240mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 240mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

$503.78
$503.78
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Kaji-bei 135mm Nakiri Iron Clad Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood/Horn Handle

Kaji-bei 135mm Nakiri Iron Clad Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood/Horn Handle

$166.05
$166.05
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Hitohira TD 165mm Santoku SLD Tsuchime Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 165mm Santoku SLD Tsuchime Walnut Handle

$197.01
$197.01
Tagai Sanjo 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Shirogami 2 Oak and Wenge Handle

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

$503.78
$503.78
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Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto SLD Stainless Clad Nashiji Walnut

Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto SLD Stainless Clad Nashiji Walnut

$204.04
$204.04
Hitohira TD 135mm Petty SLD Tsuchime Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 135mm Petty SLD Tsuchime Walnut Handle

$168.86
$168.86
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Hitohira TD 170mm Bunka SLD Tsuchime Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 170mm Bunka SLD Tsuchime Walnut Handle

$211.08
$211.08
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Hitohira TD 125mm Petty Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Western

Hitohira TD 125mm Petty Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Western

$168.86
$168.86
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Wakui 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Warikomi Chestnut

Wakui 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Warikomi Chestnut

$419.35
$419.35
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Yoshikane Hamono 165mm Santoku SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 165mm Santoku SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

$439.05
$439.05
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Gihei 240mm Gyuto ZDP189 Keyaki Handle

Gihei 240mm Gyuto ZDP189 Keyaki Handle

$592.43
$592.43
$658.57
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Yoshikane Hamono 165mm Bunka Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 165mm Bunka Shirogami 2 Nashiji Teak Handle

$447.49
$447.49
Tagai Sanjo 165mm Santoku SLD Oak and Wenge Handle

Tagai Sanjo 165mm Santoku SLD Oak and Wenge Handle

$357.43
$357.43
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Hitohira TD 165mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 165mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Walnut Handle

$175.90
$175.90
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Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Gyuto SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 210mm Gyuto SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

$546.00
$546.00
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Hitohira TD 135mm Petty Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 135mm Petty Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Walnut Handle

$154.79
$154.79
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Wakui 210mm Gyuto V2 Carbon Kurouchi Nashiji Ho Octagonal

Wakui 210mm Gyuto V2 Carbon Kurouchi Nashiji Ho Octagonal

$348.99
$348.99