A craftsman from Chiba Prefecture with over 50 years of experience in engraving techniques, Asamura creates beautiful works through chōkin (metal engraving), a process of carving intricate patterns and designs into metal surfaces.

A craftsman from Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture with over 50 years of experience. One of the few remaining craftsmen in Japan who forges Gin-San (Silver-3 steel), a high-quality knife steel. Yamatsuka played a pivotal role in elevating the reputation of Gin-San and spreading its use in the knife-making industry.

A craftsman from Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture with over 43 years of experience. Yamawaki is a rare craftsman in Sakai who personally handles every step of knife production, including blade sharpening, engraving, and handle making.

A craftsman from Sakai City, Osaka with over 36 years of experience Prefecture. Harada specializes in meikiri (knife engraving), often referred to as the process of "breathing life into knives."

Nobuhisa Yaginuma developed a passion for blades early on and has spent years studying ancient iron-making. He specializes in hand-forging Damascus steel and crafting highly skilled honyaki knives using traditional techniques.

Yasunori Hasegawa is a craftsman from Hyogo with 28 years of experience in meikiri (engraving). His work stands out for its unique balance of delicacy and strength.

A craftsman from Shimanto Town, Kochi Prefecture. Uniquely skilled in the knife-making industry, Kurotori oversees every stage of the manufacturing process, from forging and blade sharpening to handle fitting.

A craftsman from Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture with over 28 years of experience. A member of a three-generation family of blade sharpeners, Morimoto continues the family tradition. His son, Motonari Morimoto, is currently training and diligently practicing coarse sharpening techniques.

A craftsman from Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture with over 15 years of experience. Specializes in engraving and handle fitting at Yamawaki Blades, contributing to the fine craftsmanship of their products.

A craftsman from Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture with 19 years of experience. In 2023, Nakagawa became the youngest person ever certified as a traditional craftsman. While preserving the traditions of Sakai, he incorporates innovative techniques into his craft.

A craftsman from Miki City, Hyogo Prefecture with over 12 years of experience. Expert in hand-forging knives, Fujiwara produces stunning Damascus steel and tsuchime (hammered pattern) knives, blending artistry and practicality.

A craftsman from Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture with over 7 years of experience. Specializes in blade sharpening at Yamawaki Blades, focusing on precision and quality.

A craftsman from Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture with 4 years of experience. Following in the footsteps of his father, Morimoto Junior dedicates himself to mastering difficult sharpening techniques as he trains daily under his father’s guidance.

Norifumi Yoshizawa is a craftsman from Kawagoe, Saitama, dedicated to traditional Tosa-style hand-forging. He handles the entire process himself, from forge welding to sharpening.

Yoshikane Knives, based in Sanjo City, Niigata, has over 100 years of blade-making history. Known for using steels like White Steel No.2 and SKD11, they’re trusted for their exceptional quality and craftsmanship.