Shiro Kamo

The smith Shiro Kamo crafts his blades in the Takefu Knife Village. This is a smithy cooperative that has upheld the tradition of sophisticated metalworking for almost 700 years. The individual Japanese kitchen knives are crafted by hand, using only the best materials. In recognition of his outstanding work, the smith was awarded the title of »Master of the Traditional Craft« at the age of 45. Currently, Shiro Kamo is President of the Takefu Knife Village Association.

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