From Tsubame-Sanjo, Japan, Tojiro brings together generations of metalworking knowledge and a practical approach to the everyday kitchen. Since its first stainless-steel fruit knife in 1955, the maker has continued to refine the balance between sharpness, durability and ease of use.

The collection spans dependable daily essentials and expressive Damascus blades, with shapes for everything from precise vegetable work to larger preparations. Whether you are choosing your first Japanese knife or adding a new profile to your collection, Tojiro offers a considered place to begin.

Hatsukokoro brings different voices in Japanese knifemaking together under one name. Working with skilled makers across Japan, the brand offers a wide range of steels, blade shapes and finishes, each with its own character and approach to the cutting edge.

Explore rustic textures, layered Damascus and clean, understated profiles made for cooks who enjoy finding the right tool for their style. From a nimble petty to a generous gyuto, the collection invites you to look closely at the details and choose a blade that feels distinctly your own.

Rooted in the Tsugaru region of northern Japan, Nigara Hamono carries a forging tradition that stretches back more than 350 years. Today, that heritage continues through kitchen knives that bring traditional craft into a distinctly contemporary form.

Striking surfaces and carefully shaped blades give the collection its individual presence, while a variety of profiles offers something for different tasks at the board. These are knives for cooks who appreciate the work behind an object as much as the way it feels in daily use: expressive, purposeful and full of character.

Introduced in 1985 and designed by Komin Yamada, GLOBAL gave the Japanese kitchen knife a distinctive new silhouette. Its stainless-steel handles and recognisable dotted grip create a clean, unified look that has become a signature of the brand.

The collection pairs a modern approach to design with the precision of Japanese knifemaking. Discover versatile chef knives, compact utility blades and specialised shapes for everyday preparation. For cooks drawn to simple lines and a consistent feel across their tools, GLOBAL offers a practical collection with an unmistakable identity.