Yoshida Hamono

Yoshida Hamono is a family-run smithy from Saga, Japan, with a long tradition of hand-forging high-performance tools and Japanese swords. Their deep experience with ZDP-189 steel makes them one of the standout makers for knives that combine traditional forging skill with exceptional edge retention.

10 years of an icon

Celebrating the ZDP-189 Bunka Black

For 10 years, the Yoshida Hamono ZDP-189 Bunka Black has stood out for its ZDP-189 steel, lasting edge, and bold black finish.

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From katana roots to kitchen knives

Yoshida Hamono Kitchen Knives

With generations of blacksmithing knowledge, Yoshida Hamono creates Japanese kitchen knives that blend tradition, performance and advanced steel technology. Forged in Saga, Japan, their knives are known for lasting sharpness, corrosion-resistant steels and beautiful handmade details like Damascus patterns and hammered finishes.

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