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2022 NEW PRODUCT

This knife is one of successful models for a quarter of century.
We Kanetsune have upgraded it and have launched as a new model.
The word “懐古 KAICO” means nostalgic in English.
Formerly there were many factories which had been manufacturing pocket knives like this in Seki city, but now not many.
Actually times may change, but we are proud to work with craftmen who know good old days. This knives are proudly made in Seki city, Japan.

ABOUT KANETSUNE SEKI

Blades & Accessories, Proudly made in japan.

KANETSUNE SEKI IS AN ORIGINAL BRAND OF KITASHO CO., LTD.

Kitasho Co., Ltd. was established in Seki City, Japan in 1964. Since 1930 our ancesters have created cutlery for wholesale. Seki city is located in the middle of Japan, where it has been called “The City of Cutlery” in Japan and worldwide.

The brand name “Kanetsune” was named after a famous sword Smith, Kanetsune lived in Muromachi period around 14-15 century. He made extremely keen and tough Katanas that were known by many Samurais in Japan and overseas. Some of his swords are displayed in the Katana museum in Seki city.

We continue to strive on making keen and tough cutlery that is loved around the world. Seki-city will continue the legacy of creating cutlery utilizing the inherited techniques like the katana made approximately 800 years ago.

We are the company which has been contributing to provide excellent cutlery made in Seki city, Japan. By combining new idea with traditional techniques we believe our products will progress even further. We will continue to achieve the highest level growth in the world.