About Us

Welcome to Zahocho Knives Tokyo

Since 2019, Zahocho Knives Tokyo has been offering authentic Japanese kitchen knives, guided by a passion that began many years earlier.

We work with trusted suppliers and renowned craftsmen across Japan to make high‑quality Japanese knives accessible to cooks of all levels — beginners, home cooks, professional chefs, and collectors — at fair, competitive prices.

The meaning behind “zahocho”

Our name is a simple wordplay, combining “za” (the) and “hocho” (knife) in Japanese — simply “the knife,” a nod to our aim of helping you find the knife that suits your needs and preferences. In Japanese culture, “za” also suggests groundedness and stability, values that reflect the tradition of Japanese knife‑making and our commitment to being a reliable source for quality blades.

Thank you for choosing Zahocho, where we help you find the right tool for your kitchen and share in the joy of using it.

— Fred & Akiko, Zahocho Knives Tokyo