Takeshi Saji Knives
The knives made in Echizen city are called Echizen Uchi Hamono. The art of making Japanese kitchen knives has a history of about 700 years. Echizen Uchi Hamono is designated as "Traditional Crafts" by the Minister for Economy, Trade and Industry.
Takeshi Saji is a traditional craftsman who is the third generation in Saji Uchi hamono Co., Ltd. He makes custom knives and even billhooks, and his name is well known to collectors all over the world. His Japanese style field knives are used by field workers and outdoor professionals all over the world. He continues to make innovative and original knives.
In 2020, Kazuo Nomura, the representative of Saji Uchihamono Co., Ltd., was certified as a traditional craftsman, and he continues to create new designs of Knives with Saji Takeshi.
