Sakai Kikumori knives are crafted by Kawamura Hamono, a family-operated cutlery company renowned for its production of high-quality Japanese and Western-style kitchen knives. Situated in Sakai, one of Japan's oldest and most esteemed knife-making centers, Kawamura Hamono has been crafting knives since the 1920s. Over the years, they have cultivated enduring partnerships with some of Sakai's finest blacksmiths and sharpeners, ensuring a tradition of excellence and craftsmanship in every knife they produce.
Our Blue Super is an exceptional knife with high edge retention and versatility. Crafted from Aogami Super high-carbon steel, renowned for its exceptional edge retention and sharpness, this knife is part of the esteemed Blue Steel family of Japanese steels. Blue Super is highly regarded by professional chefs and knife enthusiasts alike for its outstanding cutting performance and edge stability. However, it's important to note that due to its high-carbon content, this steel requires proper care and maintenance to prevent corrosion, as it is not stainless steel.
