I’m very impressed my knife arrived very quickly, it was packaged with care. I like the look of the knife. Solid and well made. It’s lovely to hold, well balanced and sharp. It cuts beautifully.
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Bought as a gift and so far he’s very happy, super sharp. What amazed me was the time it took to freight it to us, super fast.
I initially discovered the stories behind these handcrafted knives through a YouTube program. After actually receiving them yesterday, I felt even more deeply that the process from raw materials to the finished knife embodies a wealth of technical expertise, craftsmanship, and dedication to forging! I hope that purchasing these knives will greatly support the knifemakers! I will definitely continue to buy from them in the future!
I initially discovered the stories behind these handcrafted knives through a YouTube program. After actually receiving them yesterday, I felt even more deeply that the process from raw materials to the finished knife embodies a wealth of technical expertise, craftsmanship, and dedication to forging! I hope that purchasing these knives will greatly support the knifemakers! I will definitely continue to buy from them in the future!
I initially discovered the stories behind these handcrafted knives through a YouTube program. After actually receiving them yesterday, I felt even more deeply that the process from raw materials to the finished knife embodies a wealth of technical expertise, craftsmanship, and dedication to forging! I hope that purchasing these knives will greatly support the knifemakers! I will definitely continue to buy from them in the future!
What a beautiful and functional knife. A true artisan crafted piece. I look forward to many years of use. Thank you.
Light Beige Sakura Wood / Without Custom Engraving
It's great knife... 🫡
I am so happy to get to know this craftsman. I got two pieces already. They are beautifully done. The sharp edge, striking mirror finish, and sleek cutting performance. It is a hidden gem!
Ebony/Black / 270mm
Beautiful knife. Perfect balance. Perfect performance.
Without Decorative Accent
This is my third knife purchased through Japanese Food Craftsman. The Nanohi Omnio Damascus Kiritsuke is by far the best out of all the beautiful and functional knives I have purchased. The finishing and handling is quite magnificent. This knife is not only superbly functional and balance but a work of traditional art. I would recommend anyone wanting top quality cooking knives to buy one. It will not be the last I buy from them.
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Another fantastic knife..These will last a lifetime if looked after
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Thank you. It is a beautiful knife. The presentation and packaging are exceptional. I look forward to the next purchase.
Hi Zoltan, thank you for your review and for supporting Nakamura Blacksmith with your purchase! We're thrilled you love the knife and appreciate the presentation. We look forward to assisting you with your next purchase!
Greetings from Japan,
The Japanese Food Craftsman Team
I learn from others about knives but you have shown me about how you sharpen the knives correctly and I like that makes my cutting our food source which is so wonderful we can’t live without.
Hi Hugh, thank you for your kind words and for your continued support! We're thrilled to hear that our sharpening tips have helped improve your cooking experience! Thank you for sharing, and enjoy your knives!
Greetings from Japan,
The Japanese Food Craftsman Team
This is the fourth Gyuto in my collection and I am delighted with it. A stunning blade, at 225 mm it is longer than my other three at 210 mm and it is noticeably heavier but remains beautifully balance in the hand. The handle is nicely finished and feels premium and suits the knife perfectly. It's a lot of knife and deserves to be let loose on the bigger jobs. Thank you Nigara Hamano!
Hi Mark, we're thrilled to hear you're delighted with your Nigara Hamono Gyuto! It sounds like a fantastic addition to your collection, and we're glad the balance and handle meet your expectations. Thanks so much for sharing your experience and for choosing Japanese Food Craftsman Shop! We hope to help you again soon!
Greetings from Japan,
The Japanese Food Craftsman Team
Ein hervorragendes Messer durch seine Klingengeometrie ist es ein tolles Werkzeug für die Küche
Ich hab es geahnt und hab gleich 2 Stk bestellt eins für mich und eins für Phillip und es hat beiden Freude bereitet
Wird sicher nicht die letzte Bestellung sein
Hallo! Vielen Dank für Ihre großartige Bewertung und dafür, dass Sie mit Ihrer Bestellung japanische Handwerkskunst unterstützen! Wir freuen uns sehr, dass Sie mit Ihren Messern zufrieden sind, und hoffen, Sie beim nächsten Mal wieder bedienen zu dürfen. Sie können sich jederzeit gerne an uns wenden!
Viele Grüße aus Japan,
das Team von Japanese Food Craftsman
This is a great knife. I love the raw look of this one. And it comes sharp from the get go.
Hi Roy, we're thrilled to hear you love the Minomo Blacksmith Ignite Knife! It's one of the knives Minomo-san is especially proud of - so we are very happy to hear that you love it. Thanks for sharing your feedback! Please do not hesitate to reach out if you need anything!
Greetings from Japan,
The Japanese Food Craftsman Team
This knife is amazing. High quality all around. I processed 10 cases of proteins with ease. I kept laughing at how smooth it cut through Everything. Definitely one of my new favorite knives.
Hi Victor, we're thrilled to hear you love our exclusive Omoi Damascus Kiritsuke Santoku Knife from Nenohi & Japanese Food Craftsman! It’s great to know it’s making your prep so smooth. Thanks once again for sharing and for supporting Japanese craftsmanship!
Greetings from Japan,
The Japanese Food Craftsman Team
M-Size (500ml)
Such a beautiful box! I’m using it to store my small pocket knives…perfect! Thank you for this lovely piece!
Hi Richard! We're thrilled to hear you love the bento box and that it’s perfect for your pocket knives. It is great to hear that you have found an original use for this traditional handcrafted item. Thanks so much for your kind words and support!
Greetings from Japan,
The Japanese Food Craftsman Team
Love the kurouchi finish on the blade, not so keen on the handle. It has a round handle rather than an octagonal handle which I prefer and the acrylic ferrule feels excessively plasticky which is of course what acrylic is. I will be swapping the handle for something more premium. Otherwise it's a lovely knife to use. Thank you Miwa Hamano.
Hi Mark, thank you for your detailed feedback! We're glad you love the blade and enjoy using the knife. Although we are sorry to hear that you are not as happy with the handle, we are very relieved to hear that you are satisfied with the blade itself and plan to continue using it, modified to your preferences. If you need any recommendations or assistance, feel free to reach out.
Greetings from Japan,
The Japanese Food Craftsman Team
I thoroughly enjoy this exceptional piece of high-quality knife. The steel and heat treatment are simply superb. Its cutting performance and edge retention are truly impressive. However, since the edge on my piece wasn’t perfectly flat, I had to manually adjust and sharpen it. In my opinion, this knife embodies the essence of a classic Japanese handmade knife—practical, of high quality, but not as flashy or “perfect” as mass-produced industrial products.
Hi Jack, thank you once again for your purchase and for your continued support! We are so glad to hear that you like your new Sakoda Hamono knife! The beauty of handcrafted knives is exactly that - no two are exactly alike. We are relieved to hear that you were able to adjust the edge on your knife to your liking. As always, if you ever encounter any issues with the knife, please just let us know!
Greetings from Japan,
The Japanese Food Craftsman Team
The knives are beautiful, sharp, and easy to handle. The first 30 days have been great, now to see the longevity!
Hi Colin! Thank you so much for your positive review and for supporting Japanese craftsmen and women with your purchase! We are thrilled to hear that you are enjoying your knives. If any questions or concerns ever come up, please simply reach out - we are always here to help!
Greetings from Japan,
The Japanese Food Craftsman Team
170mm
Magnificent knife, perfect length 170cm. Cutting with it is a pleasure. Best knife I ever had. Even tho I am not a professional chef I always wanted Japanese knive made from a master. Thank you.
I only wish importing from Japan to Bulgaria wasn't that expensive.
Ibrahim, thank you so much for your great review and for supporting Japanese craftsmanship with your order! We are glad to hear that you are pleased with your knife. We are sorry to hear that the import costs were high, but we do hope that your special piece of Japanese tradition is worth it!
Greetings from Japan,
The Japanese Food Craftsman Team
Hello, the knife arrived—it’s beautiful, sharp, and lived up to my expectations. It’s just a shame that it must have taken a blow to the tip during shipping; the tip popped out of the sheath and is slightly chipped. I don’t know what they do to it during shipping...
Hi Zdenek, thank you for your kind words about the knife. We're sorry to hear about the tip issue during shipping. While we do our best to ship the knives with plenty of secure packaging and protection, occasionally shipping carriers do not treat packages with the kind of care we would like. Please feel free to contact us if you'd like further assistance - a small chip should be fixable with a good sharpening using your whetstone. We are happy to reach out to the artisan himself for tips if you need assistance beyond what we can suggest.
Greetings from Japan,
The Japanese Food Craftsman Team
What a beautiful and functional knife. Very well balanced and cuts superbly. This is a work of art and will be treasured and handed down to my children. I highly recommend this company to anyone interested is brilliant cooking knives.
Hi Martin, Thank you for your wonderful words! We're thrilled to hear you love the Sakoda Hamono Gyuto and that it feels like a treasured piece. We're grateful for your support and recommendation.
Greetings from Japan,
The Japanese Food Craftsman Team
It’s beautifully crafted and offers exceptional cutting performance. After using the first one, I was so impressed that I decided to purchase the second one.
