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Niigata Prefecture

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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Godo Tadaharu Niigata 165mm Single Bevel Nata Cherry

Godo Tadaharu Niigata 165mm Single Bevel Nata Cherry

$151.73
$151.73
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Hitohira TD 135mm Petty SLD Migaki Walnut Handle

Hitohira TD 135mm Petty SLD Migaki Walnut Handle

$168.59
$168.59
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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

$1,289.73
$1,289.73
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Hitohira TD 150mm Honesuki Kaku SLD Nashiji Walnut Handle Ambidexterous

Hitohira TD 150mm Honesuki Kaku SLD Nashiji Walnut Handle Ambidexterous

$182.64
$182.64
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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

$231.81
$231.81
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Hitohira Hinode 180mm Petty Shirogami 2 Nashiji Ho Wood (Oval)

Hitohira Hinode 180mm Petty Shirogami 2 Nashiji Ho Wood (Oval)

$266.94
$266.94
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Hitohira TD 135mm Petty Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Padauk Handle

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

$161.57
$161.57
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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

$259.91
$259.91
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Tanabe Tatara Tsukasa Hinoura 170mm Santoku Tamahagane Suminagashi Sakura / Horn

Tanabe Tatara Tsukasa Hinoura 170mm Santoku Tamahagane Suminagashi Sakura / Horn

$6,849.05
$6,849.05
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New Old Stock Yoshikane 135mm Petty SLD Suminagashi Western Handle

New Old Stock Yoshikane 135mm Petty SLD Suminagashi Western Handle

$878.08
$878.08
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Hitohira TD 165mm Nakiri Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape)

Hitohira TD 165mm Nakiri Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape)

$175.62
$175.62
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Hitohira TD 165mm Santoku Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood Handle (Octagonal)

Hitohira TD 165mm Santoku Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood Handle (Octagonal)

$207.93
$207.93
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Hatsukokoro Komorebi 210mm Gyuto Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Handle

Hatsukokoro Komorebi 210mm Gyuto Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony Handle

$653.29
$653.29
$769.90
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Hitohira TD 150mm Petty Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape)

Hitohira TD 150mm Petty Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape)

$196.69
$196.69
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Hitohira TD 210mm Gyuto Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Oak Handle

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

$224.79
$224.79
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Wakui 80mm Petty V2 Carbon Kurouchi Nashiji Ho Octagonal

Wakui 80mm Petty V2 Carbon Kurouchi Nashiji Ho Octagonal

$252.89
$252.89
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Wakui 240mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Suminagashi Chestnut

Wakui 240mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Suminagashi Chestnut

$758.66
$758.66
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Wakui 270mm Sujihiki Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Warikomi Chestnut

Wakui 270mm Sujihiki Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Warikomi Chestnut

$514.21
$514.21
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Shigefusa Kitaeji 210mm Wa-Gyuto 26c3 Suminagashi Magnolia Wood/Horn Ferrule Handle

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

$2,596.32
$2,596.32
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Nakaya Heiji 180mm Gyuto Swedish Semi-Stainless & Iron Burnt Chestnut & Walnut

Nakaya Heiji 180mm Gyuto Swedish Semi-Stainless & Iron Burnt Chestnut & Walnut

$517.02
$517.02
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Yoshikane Hamono 165mm Santoku SLD Damascus Kurouchi Burnt Chestnut Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 165mm Santoku SLD Damascus Kurouchi Burnt Chestnut Handle

$755.85
$755.85
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Hitohira TD 165mm Nakiri Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Wenge Handle

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

$238.84
$238.84
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New Old Stock Yoshikane 240mm Wa-Gyuto SLD Suminagashi Half-Octagonal Enju/Double Horn Handle

New Old Stock Yoshikane 240mm Wa-Gyuto SLD Suminagashi Half-Octagonal Enju/Double Horn Handle

$1,008.74
$1,008.74
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Hitohira Hinode 150mm Petty Shirogami 2 Nashiji Ho Wood (Oval)

Hitohira Hinode 150mm Petty Shirogami 2 Nashiji Ho Wood (Oval)

$231.81
$231.81
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Hitohira Hinode 210mm Gyuto Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood (D-Shape)

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

$344.21
$344.21
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Hitohira TD 170mm Bunka Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape)

Hitohira TD 170mm Bunka Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape)

$196.69
$196.69
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Yoshikane Hamono 270mm Sujihiki SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

Yoshikane Hamono 270mm Sujihiki SKD Nashiji Teak Handle

$635.03
$635.03
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Wakui 165mm Nakiri Stainless Clad Shirogami 2 Migaki Warikomi Ho Octagonal

Wakui 165mm Nakiri Stainless Clad Shirogami 2 Migaki Warikomi Ho Octagonal

$399.00
$399.00
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Hitohira TD 135mm Petty SLD Tsuchime Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape)

Hitohira TD 135mm Petty SLD Tsuchime Ho Wood Handle (D-Shape)

$175.62
$175.62
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New Old Stock Yoshikane 165mm Santoku SKD Tsuchime D Ho/Horn Handle

New Old Stock Yoshikane 165mm Santoku SKD Tsuchime D Ho/Horn Handle

$587.26
$587.26
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New Old Stock Yoshikane 270mm Wa-Gyuto SLD Suminagashi Half-Octagonal Enju/Double Horn Handle

New Old Stock Yoshikane 270mm Wa-Gyuto SLD Suminagashi Half-Octagonal Enju/Double Horn Handle

$1,107.09
$1,107.09
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Hitohira Hinode 180mm Santoku Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Quince Handle

Hitohira Hinode 180mm Santoku Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Quince Handle

$344.21
$344.21
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Hitohira Hinode 90mm Petty Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood (D-Shape)

Hitohira Hinode 90mm Petty Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Ho Wood (D-Shape)

$168.59
$168.59
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Shigefusa Kasumi 270mm Yanagi with Saya

Shigefusa Kasumi 270mm Yanagi with Saya

$1,289.73
$1,289.73
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Tsukasa Hinoura 100mm Petty ATS-34 Buffalo Horn Rose Wood Handle

Tsukasa Hinoura 100mm Petty ATS-34 Buffalo Horn Rose Wood Handle

$390.57
$390.57
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Tsukasa Hinoura Kitaeji 165mm Nakiri

Tsukasa Hinoura Kitaeji 165mm Nakiri

$1,236.34
$1,236.34
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Trade In Yoshihiro VG-10 46 Layers Hammered Damascus Nakiri

Trade In Yoshihiro VG-10 46 Layers Hammered Damascus Nakiri

$161.57
$161.57
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New Old Stock First Generation Konosuke Sanjo GS 240mm Gyuto SLD Khii Rosewood Handle

New Old Stock First Generation Konosuke Sanjo GS 240mm Gyuto SLD Khii Rosewood Handle

$508.59
$508.59
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Wakui 240mm Sujihiki Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Warikomi Chestnut

Wakui 240mm Sujihiki Stainless Clad Aogami 2 Nashiji Warikomi Chestnut

$460.82
$460.82
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New Old Stock Yoshikane 270mm Gyuto SKD Tsuchime D Ho/Horn Handle

New Old Stock Yoshikane 270mm Gyuto SKD Tsuchime D Ho/Horn Handle

$896.35
$896.35
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New Old Stock Yoshikane 210mm Gyuto SKD Tsuchime D Ho/Horn Handle

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

$657.51
$657.51
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New Old Stock Yoshikane 150mm Petty SKD Tsuchime D Ho/Horn Handle

New Old Stock Yoshikane 150mm Petty SKD Tsuchime D Ho/Horn Handle

$418.67
$418.67
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New Old Stock Yoshikane 150mm Petty SKD Tsuchime Small Oval Ho/Horn Handle

New Old Stock Yoshikane 150mm Petty SKD Tsuchime Small Oval Ho/Horn Handle

$386.36
$386.36
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New Old Stock Yoshikane 180mm Santoku SLD Suminagashi Western Handle

New Old Stock Yoshikane 180mm Santoku SLD Suminagashi Western Handle

$1,159.07
$1,159.07
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New Old Stock Yoshikane 240mm Wa-Kiritsuke SLD Suminagashi Half-Octagonal Enju/Double Horn Handle

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

$1,022.79
$1,022.79
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Hitohira Hinode 180mm Santoku Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Yakusugi Cedar Handle

Hitohira Hinode 180mm Santoku Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Yakusugi Cedar Handle

$330.16
$330.16
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Hitohira Hinode 180mm Santoku Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Wenge Handle

Hitohira Hinode 180mm Santoku Shirogami 2 Kurouchi Wenge Handle

$323.13
$323.13
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Hitohira Hinode 270mm Sujihiki Shirogami 2 Tsuchime Ho Wood (D-Shape)

Hitohira Hinode 270mm Sujihiki Shirogami 2 Tsuchime Ho Wood (D-Shape)

$442.55
$442.55