Yamawaki

Luxury Honyaki (True-Forged) Craftsman

Sakai City, Osaka

A craftsman from Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture with over 43 years of experience. Yamawaki is a rare craftsman in Sakai who personally handles every step of knife production. Sakai City in Osaka Prefecture is known for its division of labor in knife-making, where each knife is completed through the hands of specialized craftsmen responsible for different stages such as forging, sharpening, engraving, and handle attachment. Among them, Yamawaki specializes in the finishing and final stages of knife production, carefully completing each piece with years of experience and refined craftsmanship.

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“To carry forward Sakai’s 600-year tradition — that is my mission. And to deliver each knife with care, hoping it will serve you for a lifetime.”

MUSASHI WHITE STEEL

White Steel offers exceptional sharpness and clean cutting performance, excelling in precision tasks. It grips fibers for smooth, controlled cuts, making it ideal for delicate work. Highly valued by chefs and artisans, White Steel sharpens effortlessly on whetstones, achieving a razor-sharp edge with ease. Its purity ensures superior edge retention, while its performance and tradition make it a cornerstone of high-quality Japanese craftsmanship.

WHAT IS WHITE STEEL MADE OF?

White Steel is primarily made of high-carbon steel, containing around 1.0–1.2% carbon content. It is crafted with minimal impurities, offering a pure, refined composition. This high carbon content allows for an extremely hard and sharp edge. The steel is typically combined with small amounts of chromium and other trace elements, enhancing its durability and making it suitable for precision tasks. The purity and simplicity of White Steel make it highly regarded in traditional Japanese blade-making, ideal for achieving the fine, sharp edges that define high-quality knives.