Step into the workshop of Shotaro Nomura, Japan’s premier master knife sharpener, renowned for his exceptional skill at Sakai Uchihamono, one of Japan’s most prestigious blacksmithing workshops.

Knives might not seem like a likely theme for anything festive, but at a fair happening in the city of Sakai, Osaka, that household tool is the center of attraction.

Sakai Knives set products lineup Craftsmanship of Sakai Knives Join us in spreading awareness of Sakai knives' 600-year legacy and craft continuity. Early bird ends April 3rd, 8:59 PM EST. SUMIDA ...

Visitors from around the world have been flocking to a small two-storey building in Sakai city, about a 30-minute train ride from Osaka.

Enami Tadashi, a nationally certified knife forger, makes a sushi knife by hammering two plates of iron and carbon steel. Candice Montenegro The world-famous Sakai blades originated in the 5th century ...

SAKAI, Japan -- About a 30-minute train ride from central Osaka, a museum in Sakai showcasing the knives the city is known for is attracting culinary enthusiasts from around the world. The Sakai ...