100% Handcrafted Japanese Kitchen Knives

We are proud to be working with fourth generation craftsmen from the Osaka Prefecture of Japan. All Jōnetsu knives are handcrafted from bevel to handle. Learn more

Our Best Selling Kitchen Knives

Skilled Artisans and Unparalleled Sharpness

  • Hand Forging

    The blades are shaped through repeated hammering to create the edge characteristic of Japanese knives, an uncompromising process that has not changed for 600 years.

  • Traditional Sharpening

    Our knives undergo three stages of sharpening to catch any imperfections created during the forging process and to polish a razor sharp edge to slice through ingredients with ease.

  • Wooden Handles

    We use native Japanese wood to craft our knives' handles for a lighter weight end product and a better grip to provide the user with the best cutting experience in the kitchen.
Our Manufacturing Process

Designed for passion

Japanese knives are beloved by chefs and home cooks the world over for their elegant craftsmanship and enduring versatility. Nothing lights up the eyes like the experience of unboxing a beautiful mioroshi or shobu. Trust us, we know.

Unfortunately most Japanese knives sold outside Japan are either cheap knockoffs, or marked up 120 - 200%, making them out of reach for most people.

We started Jōnetsu so anyone can enjoy the experience of cooking with genuine Japanese cutlery without paying an arm and a leg. We cut out the middlemen by working directly with the artisans crafting the knives, and pass the savings onto you.

Our Purpose

Quality You Can Trust

Gorgeous handcrafted knives straight from Japan for any challenge in the kitchen; be it vegetables, fish, meats, or bones, we have the perfect knife for you.

  • Satisfaction Guaranteed

    We love our knives, and we believe you will too. Have the peace of mind for any purchases you make with our 100 days refund policy.

  • Craftsmen's Pride

    Treat our knives with love and they will serve you for years to come. All our knives come with a 3 years warranty, user error not included (don't use a kiritsuke as a cleaver).

  • Free Shipping

    We offer free shipping for all orders over $20 across the continental United States, and free shipping for all orders over $35 to Canada, Alaska, Hawaii, and international customers

Jōnetsu Blog

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