Craftsperson · Takefu, Fukui
Masutani

The story
Masutani is a Japanese knife maker from Takefu who has spent his whole life on traditional craft. Inspired by his father, he started learning the trade early and opened his own forge at 30. Each Masutani knife is the result of decades of experience, careful work and a deep understanding of balance, sharpness and wear resistance.
The knives combine a hard core steel with softer outer layers in the classic 'Sanmai' technique, which gives long-lasting sharpness while the blade can take hard use. With the focus on precision, looks and function, Masutani knives are valued by professional chefs and food enthusiasts around the world. Each knife is a tool that carries Japanese tradition into the modern kitchen.

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.
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