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Takamura forge was established in the early parts of the 20th century by Isamu Takamura. His son Toshiyuki and grandsons Terukazu and Hideo now operate the forge today in Echizen, Fukui Prefecture.

Under Toshiyuki’s tenure throughout the last half century, the company has seen much acclaim for its production of high-quality stainless steel knives, in particular those using R2/SG2 powdered steel. Using Takamura's own “Chromax” core with a stainless laminate, this steel cuts beautifully over long periods of time while having good rust resistance. Toshiyuki Takamura's reason for focusing on this type of steel stems from his long-held desire to bridge affordable prices and exceptional performance.

Even though his sons Terukazu and Hideo now run the company, Toshiyuki still lends a hand in the forge producing knives to this day. His efforts have not gone unnoticed; Toshiyuki was awarded the Houshou, or the Japan Medal of Honor, from the Emperor himself in recognition of his excellence in traditional craftsmanship.

Takamura Knives Chromax Steel Hammered Santoku Japanese Knife 170mm with Black Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives Chromax Steel Hammered Santoku Japanese Knife 170mm with Black Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives Chromax Steel Hammered Santoku Japanese Knife 170mm with Black Pakkawood Handle

$119.00

Takamura Knives VG10 Hammered Santoku Japanese Knife 170mm with Black Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives VG10 Hammered Santoku Japanese Knife 170mm with Black Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives VG10 Hammered Santoku Japanese Knife 170mm with Black Pakkawood Handle

$179.00

Takamura Knives R2/SG2 Santoku Japanese Knife 170mm with Red Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives R2/SG2 Santoku Japanese Knife 170mm with Red Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives R2/SG2 Santoku Japanese Knife 170mm with Red Pakkawood Handle

$219.00

Takamura Knives R2/SG2 Gyuto Japanese Knife 210mm with Red Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives R2/SG2 Gyuto Japanese Knife 210mm with Red Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives R2/SG2 Gyuto Japanese Knife 210mm with Red Pakkawood Handle

$249.00

Takamura Knives VG10 Hammered Gyuto Japanese Knife 180mm with Black Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives VG10 Hammered Gyuto Japanese Knife 180mm with Black Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives VG10 Hammered Gyuto Japanese Knife 180mm with Black Pakkawood Handle

$179.00

Takamura Knives VG10 Hammered Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 150mm with Black Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives VG10 Hammered Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 150mm with Black Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives VG10 Hammered Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 150mm with Black Pakkawood Handle

$149.00

Takamura Knives VG10 Migaki Finished Gyuto Japanese Knife 210mm with Black Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives VG10 Migaki Finished Gyuto Japanese Knife 210mm with Black Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives VG10 Migaki Finished Gyuto Japanese Knife 210mm with Black Pakkawood Handle

$209.00

Takamura Knives VG10 Migaki Finished Santoku Japanese Knife 170mm with Black Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives VG10 Migaki Finished Santoku Japanese Knife 170mm with Black Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives VG10 Migaki Finished Santoku Japanese Knife 170mm with Black Pakkawood Handle

$179.00

Takamura Knives VG10 Migaki Finished Gyuto Japanese Knife 180mm with Black Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives VG10 Migaki Finished Gyuto Japanese Knife 180mm with Black Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives VG10 Migaki Finished Gyuto Japanese Knife 180mm with Black Pakkawood Handle

$179.00

Takamura Knives Chromax Steel Hammered Santoku Japanese Knife 170mm with Brown Pakka wood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives Chromax Steel Hammered Santoku Japanese Knife 170mm with Brown Pakka wood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives Chromax Steel Hammered Santoku Japanese Knife 170mm with Brown Pakka wood Handle

$179.00

Takamura Knives R2/SG2 Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 130mm with Red Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives R2/SG2 Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 130mm with Red Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives R2/SG2 Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 130mm with Red Pakkawood Handle

$179.00

Takamura Knives VG10 Hammered Gyuto Japanese Knife 210mm Black Pakka wood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives VG10 Hammered Gyuto Japanese Knife 210mm Black Pakka wood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives VG10 Hammered Gyuto Japanese Knife 210mm Black Pakka wood Handle

$209.00

Takamura Knives R2/SG2 Gyuto Japanese Knife 180mm with Red Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives R2/SG2 Gyuto Japanese Knife 180mm with Red Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives R2/SG2 Gyuto Japanese Knife 180mm with Red Pakkawood Handle

$219.00

Takamura Knives Chromax Steel Hammered Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 130mm Brown Pakka wood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives Chromax Steel Hammered Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 130mm Brown Pakka wood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives Chromax Steel Hammered Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 130mm Brown Pakka wood Handle

$149.00

Takamura Knives VG10 Migaki Finished Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 150mm Black Pakka wood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives VG10 Migaki Finished Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 150mm Black Pakka wood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives VG10 Migaki Finished Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 150mm Black Pakka wood Handle

$149.00

Takamura Knives VG10 Hammered Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 130mm with Black Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives VG10 Hammered Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 130mm with Black Pakkawood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives VG10 Hammered Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 130mm with Black Pakkawood Handle

$149.00

Takamura Knives R2/SG2 Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 150mm with Red Pakka wood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives R2/SG2 Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 150mm with Red Pakka wood Handle - Seisuke Knife

Takamura Knives R2/SG2 Petty-Utility Japanese Knife 150mm with Red Pakka wood Handle

$179.00

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