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Moritaka Hamono | A Deeper Look Into The History
Moritaka Knives: 700+ Years of Samurai Swordsmithing Excellence Moritaka Hamono is one of Japan’s oldest and most respected blade forges, with a lineage tracing back over seven centuries. Founded in 1293 by master swordsmith Kongohyoe Minamoto no Moritaka, this family-run... Read more
Mastering Your Japanese Kitchen Knives | Maintenance Advice
Mastering Your Japanese Kitchen Knives: Tips to Avoid Chipping and Maintain Sharpness Welcome to the Tokushu Knife blog, your go-to resource for all things related to Japanese kitchen knives. Today, we're sharing some essential tips on how to avoid chipping... Read more
Blacksmith profiles: Who is Toru Tamura?
Who is Toru Tamura? A name of increasing popularity, Toru Tamura stands tall as a beacon of dedication, skill, and an unyielding pursuit of perfection. This blog post aims to take you on a journey, unwrapping the layers of Tamura-san's... Read more
The Origin Story of Tokushu Knife
About Tokushu Knife and Its Founder, Tony Maciejewski My name is Tony Maciejewski, and I am the proud founder and owner of Tokushu Knife. I am also a Nuclear Medicine Technologist. You’re probably wondering how those two worlds collided. We’ll... Read more