Matsubara Hamono Knives

Matsubara Hamono is a Japanese knife workshop located in Omura City, Nagasaki Prefecture. The fourth generation of blacksmiths of the Tanaka family, headed by Katsuto Tanaka, continues the centuries-old tradition. In addition to master Katsuto, knives are also made by his son, Hiroki Tanaka, who represents the fifth generation of craftsmen.

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Bunka Japanese kitchen knife Matsubara Hamono Shirogami, stainless clad KT-614 17cm
Bunka Kitchen knife Matsubara Hamono Shirogami, stainless clad 17cm KT-614
This bunka knife, produced by Matsubara Hamono (Tanaka Kama Industry), exemplifies Japanese kitchen craftsmanship. The bunka is a small, all-purpose knife with a sharp tip, ideal for a wide range of tasks. Its 17-centimeter blade is forged from Shirogami (White Paper) steel, known for its high carbon content. For protection and aesthetics, the blade is framed with blackened stainless steel sheaths. The ergonomic octagonal "wa" handle is crafted from fine walnut. It should be noted that this knife is not dishwasher safe. High-carbon Shirogami steel requires careful care: hand wash and dry thoroughly immediately after each use. For optimal blade care, we recommend using camellia oil.
€190.44

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Santoku Japanese kitchen knife Matsubara Hamono Aogami 2 Bocote KT-202 16.5cm
Santoku Kitchen knife Matsubara Hamono Aogami 2 Bocote 16.5cm KT-202
Santoku knife Matsubara Hamono made by master Katsuto Tanaka. This knife is made of Aogami 2 steel with stainless steel clad. Handle is made of walnut wood. Knives under the Matsubara Hamono name are made by master blacksmith Katsuto Tanaka-san who started making knives when he was 20 years old back in 1982. The knife making history of the Matsubara region can be traced back to the year 1474 when Master Yukiyasu Naminohira moved here to make swords in the Hachiman Shrine. Using Matsubara Hamono knife avoid Bones, Frozen foods, nuts and hard candies or anything other than fruits, vegetables and proteins.
€174.50

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Bunka Japanese kitchen knife Matsubara Hamono Aogami 2 Bocote KT-203 18.5cm
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Bunka Kitchen knife Matsubara Hamono Aogami 2 18.5cm KT-203
Bunka knife made by Matsubara Hamono, master Katsuto Tanaka.  This knife is made  of Aogami 2 steel with stainless steel clad. Handle is made of walnut wood. Bolster is made of macassar ebony wood with hard maple ring. Knives under the Matsubara Hamono name are made by master blacksmith Katsuto Tanaka-san who started making knives when he was 20 years old back in 1982. The knife making history of the Matsubara region can be traced back to the year 1474 when Master Yukiyasu Naminohira moved here to make swords in the Hachiman Shrine. Using Matsubara Hamono knife avoid Bones, Frozen foods, nuts and hard candies or anything other than fruits, vegetables and proteins.
€166.53

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Bunka Japanese kitchen knife Matsubara Hamono Shirogami KT-014 17cm
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Bunka Kitchen knife Matsubara Hamono Shirogami 17cm KT-014
A bunka knife by master craftsman Katsuto Tanaka, who makes knives under the Matsubara Hamono brand. The bunka is a small, all-purpose kitchen knife with a sharp tip. The 17-cm blade is made of Shirogami steel. The wa handle is made of walnut wood. This Japanese kitchen knife is not dishwasher-safe. Shirogami steel contains a high carbon content, so the knife should be hand-washed and dried immediately after use. We recommend using camellia oil for blade care.
€163.35

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Japanese kitchen knife Nakiri Matsubara Hamono Aogami 2 Bocote KT-208 16.5cm
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Nakiri Kitchen knife Matsubara Hamono Aogami 2 Bocote 16.5cm KT-208
Nakiri knife Matsubara Hamono made by master Katsuto Tanaka.  This knife is made  of Aogami 2 steel with stainless steel clad. Handle is made of walnut wood. Macassar ebony + Hard maple ring. Knives under the Matsubara Hamono name are made by master blacksmith Katsuto Tanaka-san who started making knives when he was 20 years old back in 1982. The knife making history of the Matsubara region can be traced back to the year 1474 when Master Yukiyasu Naminohira moved here to make swords in the Hachiman Shrine. Using Matsubara Hamono knife avoid Bones, Frozen foods, nuts and hard candies or anything other than fruits, vegetables and proteins.
€161.29

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Gyuto Japanese kitchen knife Matsubara Hamono Aogami KT-205 24cm
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Gyuto Kitchen knife Matsubara Hamono Aogami 24cm KT-205
A chef's knife by master craftsman Katsuto Tanaka, who makes knives under the Matsubara Hamono brand. The 24 cm blade is crafted from three layers. The core is Aogami #2 Blue Paper steel. The traditional Japanese Wa handle is octagonal and made of walnut wood. The knife is not dishwasher safe. It comes in a branded box.
€211.16

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Matsubara Hamono craftsmen use traditional forging techniques. The brand is known for using high-quality steels, including Shirogami ("white paper") and Aogami ("blue paper"), as well as modern powder steels such as HAP-40 and ZDP-189.

Matsubara Hamono's range includes various types of Japanese kitchen knives, such as santoku, nakiri, gyuto chef's knife, petti and others. Most blades are made using sanmai technology, with a three-layer structure. This ensures the sharpness and durability of the cutting edge. The workshop continues to evolve, adapting to modern demands, for example, experimenting with new steels and designs.