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Sakai Takayuki Knives by Aoki Hamono has been cultivated through a long 600-year history in Sakai which is a city known best as a home of cutlery for the professionals in Japan. It is the most well-known Japanese knife-producing brand in Sakai, where the company is home to highly skilled craftsmen and blacksmiths with Japanese timeless-traditional technology, working together to make beautiful and exceptionally efficient Japanese knives.

Sakai Takayuki works with the famous blacksmiths Itsuo Doi, Kenji Togashi and the knife-sharpening masters Yamatsuka family in its own factory, where they would reflect their passion, forging the best knives for professionals, chefs, and even home users.
Each knife is hand sharpened to ensure maximum sharpness out of the box. We highly recommend you to once experience the Takayuki quality.

Sakai Takayuki Selections

On Sale

Sakai Takayuki Molybdenum Stainless PH Japanese Chef's Yanagiba(Sashimi) 270mm

CN¥1,105.03

CN¥1,002.71
Sakai Takayuki Tokujyo Supreme (White 2 steel) Japanese Chef's Wa-Honesuki(Boning) 150mm with Japanese Yew Handle

CN¥2,858.18

CN¥2,448.89
Sakai Takayuki Non-Stick Coating VG10 Hammered WA KUROKAGE Japanese Chef's Slicer(Sujihiki) 240mm with Japanese Lacquered Oak Handle [KOUSEKI]

CN¥1,773.55

CN¥1,493.86
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Sakai Takayuki Grand Chef Japanese-style Chef's Petty Knife(Utility) 150mm

CN¥927.67

CN¥777.59
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[Left Handed] Sakai Takayuki Kasumitogi (White steel) Japanese Chef's Deba Knife 165mm

CN¥1,807.66

CN¥1,548.43
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Sakai Takayuki INOX Japanese Chef's Gyuto Knife 270mm

CN¥1,132.32

CN¥941.31
Sakai Takayuki 33-Layer VG10 Damascus Urushi Chef's Petty Knife(Utility) 150mm with Japanese Lacquered Oak Handle [YAKIURUSHI]

CN¥954.96

CN¥791.24
Sakai Takayuki Hakugin INOX Mirror Finish Japanese Chef's Yanagiba(Sashimi) 270mm

CN¥2,326.10

CN¥1,950.91
Sakai Takayuki Homura Guren (Aogami 2 steel) Japanese Chef's Sakimaru-Yanagiba(Sashimi) 300mm with Urushi Lacquered Oak Handle

CN¥4,174.75

CN¥3,574.45
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Sakai Takayuki Kasumitogi (White steel) Japanese Chef's Funayuki Deba 150mm

CN¥900.38

CN¥750.31
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Sakai Takayuki RINKA Ginsan Silver Steel No.3 Japanese Chef's Mirrored Sakimaru-Takohiki(Sashimi) 390mm with Artistic Handle and Saya Sheath

CN¥24,189.33

CN¥22,292.92
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Sakai Takayuki Tokujyo Supreme (White 2 steel) Japanese Chef's Kengata-Gyuto Knife 210mm KIWAMI[ULTIMATE]

CN¥3,151.51

CN¥2,701.29
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Sakai Takayuki 33-Layer VG10 Damascus Hammered Japanese Chef's Knife SET (Gyuto -Slicer -Santoku -Vegetable Knife(Nakiri) -Petty120)

CN¥5,900.62

CN¥5,027.45
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Sakai Takayuki Non-Stick Coating VG10 Hammered WA KUROKAGE Japanese Chef's Gyuto Knife 210mm with Japanese Lacquered Oak Handle [KOUSEKI]

CN¥1,507.51

CN¥1,255.11
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Sakai Takayuki TUS Steel Japanese Chef's Gyuto Knife 240mm

CN¥1,064.10

CN¥886.74
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[Left Handed] Sakai Takayuki INOX Japanese-style Chef's Yanagiba(Sashimi) 270mm

CN¥2,496.64

CN¥2,141.91
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[Left Handed] Sakai Takayuki INOX Japanese-style Chef's Yanagiba(Sashimi) 300mm

CN¥2,742.21

CN¥2,346.56
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Sakai Takayuki Aoniko Blue 2 Steel Ebony Handle Japanese Chef's Yanagiba(Sashimi) 240mm

CN¥3,308.41

CN¥2,749.04
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Sakai Takayuki Aoniko Blue 2 Steel Ebony Handle Japanese Chef's Yanagiba(Sashimi) 300mm

CN¥4,058.78

CN¥3,369.80
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Sakai Takayuki Kasumitogi Buffalo Tsuba Japanese Chef's Deba Knife 180mm

CN¥1,405.18

CN¥1,173.25
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Sakai Takayuki Knife Case Attache Case Kitchen Knife Gift Box Black for 3pcs

CN¥484.27

CN¥416.05
Sakai Takayuki 45-Layer Damascus Indigo Japan-Blue Chef's Slicer(Sujihiki) 240mm

CN¥2,421.60

CN¥2,176.02
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Sakai Takayuki Aoniko Blue 2 Steel Ebony Handle Japanese Chef's Deba Knife 180mm

CN¥3,731.35

CN¥3,096.94
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Sakai Takayuki Grand Chef Japanese Chef's Wave Knife 360mm

CN¥791.24

CN¥654.81
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Sakai Takayuki Kasumitogi (White steel) Japanese Chef's Fuguhiki(Sashimi) 270mm

CN¥1,357.43

CN¥1,132.32
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Sakai Takayuki Kasumitogi (White steel) Japanese Chef's Yanagiba(Sashimi) 180mm

CN¥825.35

CN¥695.73
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Sakai Takayuki 33-Layer VG10 Damascus DHW Japanese Chef's Slicer(Sujihiki) 240mm with White Antler Handle

CN¥2,380.67

CN¥1,991.84
Sakai Takayuki 33-Layer VG10 Damascus Urushi Chef's Gyuto Knife 210mm with Japanese Lacquered Oak Handle [SAIU]

CN¥1,275.57

CN¥1,064.10
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Sakai Takayuki Grand Chef Japanese Chef's Carving Knife 180mm

CN¥1,555.26

CN¥1,296.04
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Sakai Takayuki Hienn (Aogami 2 steel) Japanese Chef's Kengata-Yanagiba(Sashimi) 300mm

CN¥5,395.82

CN¥4,536.30

About Aoki Hamono — The Maker Behind Sakai Takayuki

Aoki Hamono Seisakusho was founded in 1947 in Tondabayashi City, Osaka, under the name "Aoki Ichiro Shoten." In 1963, the company expanded by opening a sales office in Sakai City and was renamed Aoki Hamono Seisakusho. The following year, in 1964, the brand names "Sakai Takayuki" and "Sakai Kikutaka" were officially trademarked, establishing the foundation of what would become one of Japan's most recognized knife brands.

The history of Sakai cutlery traces back to the latter half of the 16th century, when the techniques developed for crafting tobacco knives were gradually adapted for the production of kitchen knives. Today, Sakai blades achieve their exceptional quality through a specialized division of labor — with dedicated master craftsmen handling forging and sharpening as separate disciplines. This tradition of excellence was formally recognized in 1982, when Sakai Uchihamono (Sakai forged blades) were designated a Traditional Craft by Japan's Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry.

Why Chefs and Home Cooks Choose Sakai Takayuki

600 Years of Sakai Cutlery Tradition

Sakai Takayuki carries forward more than six centuries of blade-making heritage. The accumulated knowledge and craftsmanship built over generations is central to what makes every Sakai Takayuki knife exceptional.

Uncompromising Quality Through Specialized Craftsmanship

One of the defining characteristics of Sakai cutlery is its division-of-labor approach, where dedicated master artisans handle each stage — forging, grinding, and sharpening — independently. This system of specialists pushing each other to excel is a key reason Sakai Takayuki knives are consistently praised for their sharpness and flawless finish.

Master Artisans and Certified Traditional Craftsmen

The knives are produced with the involvement of certified Traditional Craftsmen, including renowned artisans such as Kenji Togashi and Isao Nishimura. Their deep expertise and unwavering dedication to quality are reflected in every blade that carries the Sakai Takayuki name.

An Exceptional Range — From Japanese to Western Styles

Sakai Takayuki offers an impressively broad lineup spanning traditional Japanese knives (wa-bocho), Western-style chef's knives, Chinese cleavers, and pastry knives. Whether you're a home cook just starting out or a professional chef seeking a specialized tool, there's a Sakai Takayuki knife built for you.

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