Sakai Kikumori was established in 1926 and takes pride in the fact their area of the country is world famous for knife making. They work closely with the best blacksmiths and traditional craftsman supply us with everything from traditional single bevel knives for sushi perpetration, to double edged "western" knives. They are also famous for their water quenched honyaki knives.
In April, 2011, Kawamura Hamono received the certification of “SAKAI WAZASHU” by the Sakai Chamber of Commerce, and are not only recognized by the Japanese government for their contributions to the local economy, but also a nod to their reputation around the globe.
