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Osaka Prefecture

Osaka Prefecture

Accueil | Osaka Prefecture

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

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

$323.78
$323.78
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Hitohira Gorobei 165mm Deba Shirogami 3 Ho Wood - LEFTY

Hitohira Gorobei 165mm Deba Shirogami 3 Ho Wood - LEFTY

$295.63
$295.63
Hitohira Gorobei 150mm Deba Shirogami 3 Ho Wood - LEFTY

Hitohira Gorobei 150mm Deba Shirogami 3 Ho Wood - LEFTY

$260.43
$260.43
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 210mm Deba Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn - LEFTY

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 210mm Deba Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn - LEFTY

$1,038.92
$1,038.92
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 180mm Deba Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn - LEFTY

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 180mm Deba Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn - LEFTY

$805.23
$805.23
Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 165mm Deba Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn - LEFTY

Hatsukokoro Nakagawa 165mm Deba Ginsanko Kyomen Ebony Black Buffalo Horn - LEFTY

$729.21
$729.21
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Hitohira Gorobei 180mm Deba Aogami 2 Ho Wood - LEFTY

Hitohira Gorobei 180mm Deba Aogami 2 Ho Wood - LEFTY

$513.83
$513.83
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Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo 240mm Mioroshi Deba Shirogami 3 Ho Wood - LEFTY

Hitohira Kikuchiyo Manzo 240mm Mioroshi Deba Shirogami 3 Ho Wood - LEFTY

$689.79
$689.79
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Hitohira Gorobei 300mm Yanagi Aogami 2 Ho Wood - LEFTY

Hitohira Gorobei 300mm Yanagi Aogami 2 Ho Wood - LEFTY

$387.13
$387.13
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Sakai Kikumori Choyo 270mm Yanagi Ginsanko with Saya - LEFTY

Sakai Kikumori Choyo 270mm Yanagi Ginsanko with Saya - LEFTY

$785.52
$785.52
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Hitohira Tanaka Manzo 300mm Kiritsuke Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony with Saya - LEFTY

Hitohira Tanaka Manzo 300mm Kiritsuke Yanagi Aogami 1 Damascus Ebony with Saya - LEFTY

$1,618.91
$1,618.91
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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

$527.90
$527.90
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Sakai Kikumori Choyo 270mm Yanagi Shirogami 2 with Saya - LEFTY

Sakai Kikumori Choyo 270mm Yanagi Shirogami 2 with Saya - LEFTY

$785.52
$785.52