Craftsperson · Takefu Knife Village
Makoto Kurosaki
The story
Makoto Kurosaki is a knife sharpener from Takefu, known for his strict approach to edge geometry and performance. He is the elder brother of Yu Kurosaki and has a sharp eye for detail in sharpening. Kurosaki has a particular passion for sharpening as a trade and keeps exploring different steels and materials. The result is knives with very thin grinds and a precise finish, made in small numbers and valued for how they cut.
The region
Takefu, Fukui
Takefu in Fukui has been a centre of knife and blade making for over 700 years. The region is known for combining tradition and new ideas, and its craftspeople make knives recognised for sharpness, durability and handmade details. Takefu brings together old craft and modern kitchen performance.