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Sugimoto

Sugimoto Hamono (杉本刃物) traces its line to a sword and knife smith of the Tempo era of the 1830s, and that smithing technique has been carried into the company's kitchen knives. After World War II, Sugimoto was among the first in Japan to begin producing Western and Chinese-style knives, and the company has been based in Tsukiji, Tokyo, at the heart of the famous market district, ever since its incorporation in July 1948.

Today the workshop is led by president 杉本 弘治 and remains known for professional blades: Chinese cleavers in White 2 carbon steel, stainless large nakiri and a wide range of Japanese and Western chef knives. Every knife is sharpened by hand in the workshop and sold fully edged (honba-tsuke), ready to use, with resharpening and handle repair offered by the workshop.

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“Tsukiji kitchen knives with sword-smith roots, sharpened by hand for professional chefs.”

Est. 1948 | 昭和23年
Known for Chinese cleavers (Chuka) and professional Japanese and Western kitchen knives, each hand sharpened and delivered fully edged.
Website sugimoto-hamono.com

People

Current Head
杉本 弘治

Craft

Known For
Chinese cleavers (Chuka) and professional Japanese and Western kitchen knives, each hand sharpened and delivered fully edged.
Steel
White 2 (Shirogami 2), Chromium Molybdenum stainless

Location

Region
Tokyo, Japan

Brand

Native Name

杉本刃物株式会社

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sugimoto
Who is Sugimoto?

Sugimoto is a Japanese knife maker based in Tokyo, Japan , established in 1948. They are known for Chinese cleavers (Chuka) and professional Japanese and Western kitchen knives, each hand sharpened and delivered fully edged.. Their signature steels include White 2 (Shirogami 2), Chromium Molybdenum stainless. Available at Knives and Stones Australia.

What knives does Sugimoto make?

Sugimoto produces a range of Japanese kitchen knives. They specialise in Chinese cleavers (Chuka) and professional Japanese and Western kitchen knives, each hand sharpened and delivered fully edged..

Where is Sugimoto located?

Sugimoto is located in Tokyo, Japan. Japanese knife-making regions each have distinct traditions.

Where can I buy Sugimoto knives in Australia?

Knives and Stones is an authorised Australian stockist of Sugimoto. You can shop online at knivesandstones.com.au with free shipping on orders over $99, or visit our stores in St Peters (Sydney), Crows Nest (Sydney) and Braddon (Canberra) to handle the knives before buying.