About Us
Starting Story
By Hiroshi Takeuchi
The venture was started by a personal problem. I started working in South East Asia from 2003 as an expat. My company was a manufacturer of production equipment for electronic devices. Technology was changing quickly, like LCD TV and smart phone. It was exciting time. But after some point, I started feeling tired of fast-large scale industry. In the end I felt myself become impersonal robot same as things around me.
In my hometown, I visited local factory event. I witnessed old blacksmiths making metal tools. It generated noble aura. The works can’t be compared to other commercial products. That precious experience changed my life deeply.
My hometown is a blacksmith village, named Sanjo. It was from 400 years ago. Today craftsmanship still remained there. I decided to introduce their works into Vietnam. Because Vietnam didn't have real Japanese knife seller. Other South east countries had it.
Traditional tools gained their value by using with proper maintenance. The blade is alive by sharpening. Without sharpening, it’s dysfunctional. I want longevity for our products.
I learned sharpening and fundamentals of metalworks in Sanjo.
I offer master craftsmanship in Vietnam. Our life will enrich with authentic means.
Business History
| 2017 |
Started selling knives in the weekend market, cafe in Ho Chi Minh city, Hanoi, Da Nang and home in Ho Chi Minh city |
| 2018 |
Started sharpening knives service and lessons. Opened shop in Ho Chi Minh city |
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2019 |
Started Airbnb experiences |
| 2020 |
Closed shop in Vietnam due to COVID-19 |
| 2022 |
Resume service at District 7, Ho Chi Minh City |
| 2023 | Workshop move to District 1, Ho Chi Minh City |
