15 shops to buy high-quality knives in Japan (Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka & elsewhere)
Curated selection of high-quality Japanese knives shops to prepare your next trip to Japan.
Kama Asa
Kappabashi, Tokyo
Authentic Japanese knives & kitchenware.
Seisuke
Kappabashi, Tokyo
The least traditional of all the shops, but lots of foreign staff. Very pricey, but you’ll find something you like here.
Mei Syou
Kappabashi, Tokyo
Small shop run by a few friendly guys. Cheap rust erasers here!
Niimi Western Tableware
Kappabashi, Tokyo
Famous for its 36-foot tall chef statue.
Tojiro
Kappabashi, Tokyo
New shop (spring 2023). Only sells Tojiro.
Aritsugu Tsukiji
Tsukiji, Tokyo
Legendary knife maker since 1918. Handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives loved by top chefs worldwide.
Kiwami
Kappabashi, Tokyo
Culinary artistry in the heart of Tokyo.
Tokuzo
Kappabashi, Tokyo
High-quality Japanese knives in Kappabashi, Tokyo.
Knife Shop TDI
Kappabashi, Tokyo
Offers quality knives at reasonable prices.
Kappa Maeda
Kappabashi, Tokyo
Tableware paradise: Knives, ceramics, and kitchen tools galore!
Sakai Ichimonji Mitsuhide
Namba, Osaka
Renowned Japanese knife shop since 1952. High-quality artisan knives for all budgets.
Tower Knives Osaka
Shinsekai, Osaka
Experience authentic knife craftsmanship in Shinsekai.
Aritsugu Nishiki Market
Nishiki, Kyoto
Historic knife shop since 1560.
Tsukiji Masamoto
Tsukiji, Tokyo
Legendary Tokyo knife shop since 1891. Handcrafted blades loved by sushi chefs.
Tsubaya
Kappabashi, Tokyo
Top-notch Japanese knife shop since 1956.