Over the years, we have honed our skills, incorporating cutting-edge technology alongside traditional methods to consistently meet the ever-evolving needs of the times with the highest sharpness and reliability. In recent years, our product range has expanded to include a wide variety, from carving knives for schoolchildren, appreciated for their sharpness and safety, to high-quality professional tools favored by experts.
Founded 130 years ago in Kyoto, Yoshiharu Knives Co., Ltd. moved to Seki City, renowned as the town of blades, bringing with it a unique expertise in delicate artisanal craftsmanship and sharpness.

Detailed Company Information

- Regions
- Year Established
- 1959
- Main products
- Chisels, Cutting knives
- Number of Employees
- 43
- Country of Overseas Operations
- Yes
- Country of Overseas Operations
- China,Korea,Thailand,Viet Nam,Australia,Russian
- Languages handled
- Japanese
- Interpreter required
- Required
Desired Aspects for International Business. |
Already in the market, but looking for new countries to expand |
Description of Products for Trade Inquiry
At Yoshiharu Knives, we offer outstanding sharpness with our "Yoshiharu" brand, as well as the nationally renowned top-ranking carving knives for schoolchildren and professional carving knives for woodwork. Additionally, our utility knives feature a special dual-layered steel for an enhanced pursuit of sharpness.



Originating from the craftsmanship of carpentry tools such as chisels and planes, our blade manufacturer started its journey and relocated to the current base in Seki City at the beginning of the Showa era. During the challenging wartime period when obtaining iron became difficult, we shifted our main focus to crafting carving knives for schoolchildren. Alongside the brand of "Blades Town Seki City," Yoshiharu carving knives gradually expanded their market presence, maintaining the top share for many years. While carving knives from Seki City may not be priced as affordably as those produced overseas, they continue to be chosen for their undeniable quality with the sentiment, "Yoshiharu Knives is the best."
- Company Name
- Yoshiharu Knives Co., Ltd.
- Address
- 3-17 Asahigaoka,Seki-shi, Gifu-ken 501-3829Japan
- Business Activities
- Miscellaneous Goods, Daily Necessities
- Contact Name
- Youki Tanaka
- Affiliated LOM
- JCI Seki