Sakai has always been known for producing some of Japan's best swords and knives. Today there are many stores and even a small museum that houses a coalition of knife makers. If you are a cooking aficionado looking for the best examples of Damascus style blades, or a knife specific to cutting melons, or simply a good sharp knife that you have no idea what it is supposed to be used for. Sakai is a good alternative to the steeper prices in central Osaka.
Commercial and Industrial Cooperative Federation of Sakai knives:
Address
堺刃物商工業協同組合連合会
〒590-0941
大阪府堺市堺区
材木町西1丁1番30
1 Street材木町西first thirty-ku, Sakai Sakai 〒590-0941
TEL: 072-227-1001
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