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.
Durability is assured with the use of VG5 steel clad in stainless steel.
Maintenance is straightforward—simply rinse and dry the knife after each use and store it appropriately, whether on a rack, in a saya or blade guard, or even in the presentation box.
The guys in the store were very friendly and good for a Chat, the knife has been serving me well in a busy kitchen and really holding its edge well , can't complain everything has been great
