After training in Tosa, Yoshizawa Norifumi, who now has a workshop in Kawagoe, a small Edo town, is a blacksmith with an unusual background as a former professional chef. With an intimate knowledge of the fibers of ingredients, the knives he forges are not only sharp, but also feature an exquisitely balanced center of gravity and handle shape that makes them comfortable to use for long periods of time. Inheriting the spirit of "field blacksmiths" who pursue the possibilities of iron without being bound by form, he continues to create knives that are deeply in tune with the sensibilities of the user.

Honing his skills in the renowned Tosa forging tradition and now based in historic Kawagoe, Norifumi Yoshizawa brings a rare advantage to his anvil: the perspective of a professional chef. His deep understanding of ingredients allows him to craft blades with exceptional balance and intuitive handling, designed to minimize fatigue during long hours of prep work. Embodying the versatile spirit of the traditional "Nokaji" (village blacksmith), he creates knives that feel less like tools and more like an extension of the cook's hand.

Based in Seki City, the city of blades, Saruwatari Toshiaki is a skilled swordsmith and an outdoor expert who knows the harshness of the field. Born from his firsthand experience, the brand "Sarukyu" combines the unparalleled sharpness of SPG2 powder steel with beautiful Damascus patterns, creating a crystallization of practicality and art. Combining traditional techniques with modern functional beauty, his knives are more than just kitchen tools; they are valued as partners that enrich the daily lives of their users.

Toshiaki Saruwatari combines the centuries-old heritage of Seki City with his unique perspective as an expert outdoorsman to create blades that are truly functional art. His signature brand, "enkyu," merges high-performance SPG2 powder steel with stunning Damascus patterns, delivering both exceptional sharpness and lasting durability. By harmonizing traditional craftsmanship with a modern understanding of utility, he crafts knives designed to be reliable, lifelong companions in your kitchen.