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With Blades that cut through culinary boundaries
Tradition
Innovation
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with blades that cut through culinary boundaries.
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MUSASHI JAPAN is more than just a knife brand. We serve as a bridge between Japanese traditional craftsmanship and the modern lifestyle, reinterpreting heritage for the world.

Each knife is created in collaboration with artisans across Japan. From Damascus steel to lacquer finishes, from ocean-plastic handles to engraved masterpieces, every blade tells a story. We have delivered products to more than 136 countries and sold over 120,000 knives, creating experiences that last far beyond the purchase itself.

Tradition

Never Stands Still.

We Keep Evolving.

Together.

Tradition
Innovation


伝統
革新
Tradition

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Chokin is an ancient Japanese engraving technique that once adorned samurai swords, armor, and ceremonial treasures. Today Musashi Japan preserves the craft through detailed hand engraving of our knives.

Our Innovation

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Asamura blends two traditional art forms: Chokin (gold engraving) and Haiga (haiku and painting) to create MUSASHI JAPAN’s most coveted knives. Each hand-engraved pattern, results in  knives that embody both technical mastery and cultural heritage.

Musashi Chokin
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Urushi lacquer is a natural resin harvested from the sap of the urushi tree, native to East Asia and Japan. Japan’s urushi lacquer tradition dates back over 9,000 years, appearing in everyday utensils, architecture, and Buddhist art.

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Crafted with layers of natural lacquer, our Urushi handles are a tribute to Japanese cultural heritage. Each handle is hand-finished, offering a smooth, moisture-resistant grip that develops character with every use.

Urushi Handle
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Nishijin weaving originated in Kyoto’s Nishijin district and is known for its handwoven patterns using gold, silver, and silk threads. Traditionally used for obi (sashes), and aristocratic garments , it remains a symbol of Japanese luxury and craftsmanship.

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Our knife rolls are thoughtfully designed for durability, washability, and secure wrapping. Crafted with a Nishijin textile base and tied with Sanada-himo cords, each hand-stitched roll combines style, practicality, and a touch of Japanese heritage.

Knife Rolls
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Tradtion
Musashi
Craftsmen
Asamura
CHIBA, Japan
A craftsman from Chiba Prefecture with over 50 years of experience in engraving techniques, Asamura creates beautiful works through chōkin (metal engraving), a process of carving intricate patterns and designs into metal surfaces.
Asamura
A craftsman from Chiba Prefecture with over 50 years of experience in engraving techniques, Asamura creates beautiful works through chōkin (metal engraving), a process of carving intricate patterns and designs into metal surfaces.
CHIBA, Japan
Yamatsuka
A craftsman from Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture with over 50 years of experience. One of the few remaining craftsmen in Japan who forges Gin-San (Silver-3 steel), a high-quality knife steel. Yamatsuka played a pivotal role in elevating the reputation of Gin-San and spreading its use in the knife-making industry.
Sakai, Japan
Yamatsuka
Sakai, Japan
A craftsman from Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture with over 50 years of experience. One of the few remaining craftsmen in Japan who forges Gin-San (Silver-3 steel), a high-quality knife steel. Yamatsuka played a pivotal role in elevating the reputation of Gin-San and spreading its use in the knife-making industry.
yamawaki
A craftsman from Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture with over 43 years of experience. Yamawaki is a rare craftsman in Sakai who personally handles every step of knife production, including blade sharpening, engraving, and handle making.
Sakai, Japan
yamawaki
Sakai, Japan
A craftsman from Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture with over 43 years of experience. Yamawaki is a rare craftsman in Sakai who personally handles every step of knife production, including blade sharpening, engraving, and handle making.
harada
A craftsman from Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture with over 36 years of experience. Harada specializes in meikiri (knife engraving), often referred to as the process of "breathing life into knives."
sakai, Japan
harada
sakai, Japan
A craftsman from Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture with over 36 years of experience. Harada specializes in meikiri (knife engraving), often referred to as the process of "breathing life into knives."
Eco
mission
sustainability

Since 2022, Musashi Hamono and Tsushima Island have partnered to assist in cleaning the ocean coastlines and create the Ocean Knife, a sustainable kitchen knife made from recycled materials collected during cleanup efforts. Discarded ocean plastic, choking our coastlines was removed and recycled, diverting a percentage out off 38,554 litres of plastic debris into Ocean handles.

Eco Mission
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FEATURED
STORES
LOCATIONs

Explore Musashi Japan’s featured stores, from our Tokyo flagship to select locations nationwide, each offering personalized knife guidance.

Kappabashi

Kappabashi

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Tokyo

Minami

Minami

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Tokyo

Asakusa

Asakusa

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Tokyo

Nara

Nara

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Nara

Kiyomizu

Kiyomizu

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Kyoto

Kawaramachi

Kawaramachi

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Kyoto

Shijo

Shijo

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Kyoto

OUR
PARTNERS

  • Authorized Dealers
  • Certified Partners
  • Collaborators
  • Affiliate Partners
Awards
Recognition
ON
Musashi
Knives
2025

Omotenashi Selection Award

Our ‘Tsushima Ocean Knife,’ crafted from recycled marine plastic, was selected from 233 products and awarded the highest Gold Prize at the OMOTENASHI Selection.
2025

Venture Top 100 Award

The company was selected for the prestigious Best Venture 100 as a business with a unique model and strong growth potential in global markets.
2024

Cool Japan DX Award

Under the theme ‘Traditional Culture and DX,’ we introduced a digital strategy for Japanese knives and sake, bringing Japan’s heritage to the world and future generations.
2023

SDGs Promotion Award

Celebrated for driving sustainable growth and opening new markets through innovative business initiatives.

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