Nito Hamono Forging Workshop Originating 350 years ago from a swordsmith employed by the Tsugaru clan, this forging workshop in Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, manufactures high-quality blades and kitchen knives, as well as steel structures for construction and infrastructure development. Once commissioned by the Tsugaru clan to forge swords, they produced not only swords but also cannons and even warships. Today, they are designated as a factory certified by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, and their high level of technical skill continues to be passed down. Their kitchen knives, in addition to being carefully crafted based on a long history and traditional techniques, incorporate the latest high-performance steel materials and advanced designs recognized internationally, creating a unique world that only Nito Hamono can offer. Basically, once the kitchen knives are finished, they are all sold to wholesalers. They also supply to Kappabashi Kitchen Town (Tokyo). 95% of their products are exported overseas. Four craftsmen create a single kitchen knife without dividing the work. Some elaborate knives can take up to two weeks to complete. There were some rust marks, so it is believed to be steel, but the details are unknown. The sharpness is outstanding.