Collection: Flash Ai Tenmoku

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Senko Ai Tenmoku

This premium series was created for enthusiastic Japanese knife fans in Europe and the US, and is now exported to six countries. It was completed after five years of prototyping and much trial and error.

The theme is "further evolution of the collaboration between knives and indigo dyeing." The blades were made by Yu Kurosaki from Fukui Prefecture, a world-renowned craftsman in Japan.

Unique visuals, overwhelming sharpness, and delicate, intricate craftsmanship.
The blades are from Kurosaki's masterpiece "Senko Series."

The handles and sheaths are lavishly adorned with "Tenmoku," a ceramic technique, and "Kanshitsu," a lacquerware technique, both applied over indigo dye.

The uneven surface is created by forming the indigo into small balls. A waterproof coating, compliant with the Food Sanitation Act, is then applied over this. This elaborate craftsmanship not only provides visual appeal but also functionality in terms of grip comfort.

The sheath was redesigned from scratch to express the world of this series.
The raised, mountainous shape allows the shadows of the Ai Tenmoku to be clearly seen.
Additionally, a new attempt was made to tie the pin to the sheath body with a string to prevent it from being lost.

Well-received by Japanese knife fans overseas, production temporarily couldn't keep up with demand, and prices soared to 200,000 yen per knife.
In 2024, over 500 units were sold, generating a market of 100 million yen in one year, successfully delivering Japanese craftsmanship to the world.

The "Senko Ai Tenmoku Series" is packed with thorough craftsmanship.
Enjoy the unique presence created by Kurosaki's "Senko" and the indigo-dyed "Tenmoku."

* Domestically, they are mainly sold at Seisuke Hamono (Tokyo, Kappabashi).
  We occasionally sell a limited number of pieces per year.
  If you find stock, please order promptly.