Each knife is the combined effort of talented and passionate craftsmen dedicated to upholding the centuries old steel working culture. Combining traditional techniques with modern innovations, these artisans create beautiful and enduring kitchen knives that are as much works of art as they are practical tools.
Our store carries knives from a variety of makers, from master blacksmiths to esteemed knife houses. Learn more about them and what makes their kitchen knives unique.
At Seisuke, we believe that a knife is more than a
tool
— it’s a bridge between craftsmanship and
culture.
Our story begins in Japan, but it’s told in
kitchens
across the world.
Our roots trace back to Japan’s historic knife-
making
towns — Sakai, Echizen, and Tosa —
where
generations of artisans have forged blades
with
precision and pride.
Every Seisuke knife
carries the spirit of these
traditions, shaped by
hand and perfected by fire.
Our knives begin with the hands of true
craftsmen —
forged with skill,
shaped by tradition,
and made to inspire.
Kurosaki is known for bold blade designs that fuse modern metallurgy with traditional forging for enduring sharpness and performance.
Saji has crafted knives that merge functionality with art for over 50 years as a third-generation knife maker and co-founder of Takefu Knife Village.
As the fifth-generation Anryu blacksmith, Takumi Ikeda carries on the beloved of his uncle, master Katsushige Anryu.
Kato is a renowned blacksmith who took over from father-in-law Hiroshi Kato, co-founder of Takefu Knife Village and former teacher to Yu Kurosaki.
Born in 1950 to a blacksmithing family, Kitaoka learned the craft from his father and has since specialized in high carbon, single bevel knives.
Our roots trace back to Japan’s historic knife-making towns — Sakai, Echizen, and Tosa —
where generations of artisans have forged blades with precision and pride.
Every Seisuke knife carries the spirit of these traditions, shaped by hand and perfected by fire.
Portland, USA
Kappabashi, Tokyo
Shin-Nakamise, Tokyo
Tsukiji, Tokyo
