Fukui Hamono, located in Sakai, Osaka, is a knife manufacturer with a storied history that dates back to its founding in 1912. A notable feature of Fukui Hamono's product line is their brand, OUL Sakai. OUL collaborates with various blacksmiths, workshops, and factories to offer a diverse selection of knives made from different steels.
The Santoku knife, celebrated for its name's translation, 'three virtues,' stands out as an outstanding blade valued for its exceptional edge retention and versatility. Its capacity to handle slicing, chopping, and delicate tasks is owed to its multifunctional design. Crafted from Blue 2, which is carbon steel, renowned for its remarkable edge retention and sharpness.
