Toshu Giken (Tokyo)

Originated in 1946, Toshu Kitchen Knife Shop has served a number of professionals with their unique knife-making methods such as "hammered flame forging" and "Edo-Togi grinding". Although the brand is not widely known worldwide, the second generation master, Mr.Tozaki has inherited the rare technique of knife sharpening, which is highly sophisticated and elaborately applied on each piece of his work.  

Most notably, all Toshu knives are 100% hand sharpened by Mr. Tozaki while the majority of knife makers rely on more economical processes. This hand sharpened edge line shows slight imperfection in terms of the appearance but bears unparalleled sharpness.