Kanetaka Hamono Knife and Cutlery shop

A great and authentic feeling knife shop. It stands apart from the other shops in the nearby Nishiki market. Very patient while I looked at many knives before making a purchase. Thank you!

A real craftsman! Super quality and may take your Japanese speaking friend with you - tourists are not in focus. Respect it and be kind. Quality is outstanding and prices are fair enought. Payment with card is accepted. Thank you a lot!

I'm experienced in using and maintaining knives of all kinds, and I particularly like the carbon steel Japanese variety. I wouldn't say that I collect them, but I have many to choose from for any food prep job in my kitchen. I found the perfect addition to my collection in this small store, and was delighted to find that it was made on the premises. I was able to go into the back of the premises and see the workshop in action. I now have a beautiful knife to remind me of my holiday in Kyoto. BTW, the shrine complex opposite the store is a real gem and I include two pics. I recommend this store for beginners and experienced knife collectors.

Mr. Yamada taught me how to form and shape Damascus knife. Was a great experience and would do again!

Had such an incredible experience with my family making knives in this shop. The quality is incredible and our only complaint was we couldn’t stay longer. Would do it again.

Best Japanese knives shop ever! Handmade in the back of the shop, awesome craftsmanship. The owner showed me the furnace and forge that he uses to make the knives. Incredible experience. Feeling privileged!!!!!

I used google translate to ask the owner where his knives were, because I want to buy a santoku knife. He pointed out his craftsmanship and then it was up to me to pick which one. There was a large selection of santoku. I normally go with the most expensive knife but in this case I opted to pick up a santoku that cost a little less because I wanted a nakiri also. Once I figured my selections out I motioned to the owner I would like to buy. He wrapped them up in their boxes and bagged them for me with a business card in the bag. The owner of the shop is a wonderful man and was very willing to work through the language barrier. Please visit this shop he has much more than just knives. Thank you Kanetaka Hamono Knife shop!

The owner was really kind and helpful, with google translate is not that hard to communicate. I found what i was looking for with ease: an everyday petty with sligthly santoku shape and in several type of steel also ! I can't avoid to use the knife every day :-) I warmly reccomend this shop because is less crowded and more relaxed then the ones in commercial avenues.