Making Japanese Steel Knives since 1796! EDO Period blacksmith!

This shop has been blacksmithing in Japan since 1796! It has a deep long history routed in the region and they keep their traditions alive by continuing to forge their masterpiece blades. Look at all the hardwork that goes into this very tough craft. Do you want to get your hands on one yourself? You're in luck! Check our website for your own Minomo handmade knife!
🏠 Workshop Name: Minomo Blacksmith
📍Kumamoto Prefecture, Hitoyoshi City
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00:00 Intro
00:32 Entering the Smithy
01:05 Combining Iron and Steel
01:52 Creating the Base of the Knife
03:17 Create the Handle Part
04:30 Enforcing the Blade
06:38 Cutting, Grinding and Sharpening the Blade
07:26 Making the blade even more sturdy!
08:18 Removing Deformation and Sharpening the Blade
10:20 Testing the Sharpness
12:29 Fixating the Handle
13:14 Packaging the Knifes
14:44 Preparing & Handing Out an Order
16:52 Protecting Traditions for 100 Years to Come
#blacksmith #japaneseknife #bladesmith

[@Japanesefoodcraftsman]

Get handmade crafts from our shop! 集客に強い！当チャンネルのホテル/民泊運営代行サービスのご相談はURLへ。 bit.ly/3KDsYCB

[@Good-Deed]

9 generations have been making knife! Admire and appreciate your craftsmanship. We need to preserve such art not just for Japan but for the world. We should buy more from such craftsmen than factory made items.

[@jasoncampbell6222]

As a hobbyist knife make here in the UK that was amazing to watch, both the family aspect and the skill from these men. Loved watching every minute.

[@Japanesefoodcraftsman]

Oh wow you are making your own knives as a hobby!? That's amazing! Thanks so much for watching and happy you enjoyed the video!

[@joshmajor8662]

I’m speechless…..thank you for sharing this!! I’m a one man blacksmith shop in Kentucky, this is beyond inspiring!!! I’m going to the forge as I hit send Lol PLEASE grandson, keep this going, please.

[@Japanesefoodcraftsman]

You run a smithy by yourself?! That is amazing!!! Wish you all the best for your craft! We are rooting for you!!!

[@haitolawrence5986]

Such a personal item. It would be a privilege to own such a treasure!

[@miklostoth7084]

Absolutely amazing video! Really great to watch 3 generations working together to create pieces of art. Their professionalism, attitude, enthusiasm and craftsmanship is truly inspirational. Thank you for uploading this video and please keep sharing motivational content like this!

[@tctc8578]

What a great craftsman and wonderful he’s leaving a legacy by passing his knowledge on! Also seems a great person and in fine shape for his age! 👍🙏😄

[@28naveenator27van]

It's just amazing to watch such a skillful trade, especially this granpa is 89 years old and still going strong and passing on the skills to his grandson.THis was a lotta fun to watch. THanks

[@Japanesefoodcraftsman]

Happy you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!

[@user-ve6yr6ov7w]

@@Japanesefoodcraftsmanالسلام عليكم اود التواصل مع هذا الحداد انا من العراق اود شراء سكاكين اسمي علي اذا كان لديك واتساب او انستا ارجو ارساله هنا شكرا جزيلا 🇮🇶🇮🇶🇮🇶🇮🇶🇮🇶

[@user-is5jq9kw3n]

Здравствуйте,вы Мастер своего дела,молодцы. Где можно купить такой нож?я из России

[@secondhandlyon2603]

I can relate to this story. Beautiful craftsmanship. I'm a wood carver and it can be discouraging to make something beautiful and have a hard time selling it. To have the history that they have, it must be a profound sense of pride.

[@wanderer990]

As a Vietnamese, we always highly appreciate the Japanese products. You guys selling those high quality stuff for cheap price, really impressive! I was inspired by Dragon Quest (Lon Berk character) and some movies so when I see some Katana or Knife, I fall in love immediately! If I were a Japanese, I would come to there and begging them from my heart to teach me that career ❤️

[@HAPPYLIFE-ke6jw]

量産品が溢れる中、本当に良い品はしっかりとした値段で提供できて 何より制作する鍛冶屋の方々が豊かになるようになってほしい、、

[@masaharumaruyama6821]

アメリカ人が日本に来て包丁職人に弟子入りして修行、一人前になってアメリカに帰って包丁を作り販売。 今では小型の自家用機を持つくらいになっている。その人が言うには日本の職人はすごい技術を持っているのに それに見合う収入がないと残念がっていた。

[@jabbasan12]

Just picked up one. Have to support these guys and the quality of their work and the pride they take in doing a good job! ❤

[@Japanesefoodcraftsman]

Thank you so much for supporting them!!!

[@Warmspringsrezbuck]

How much are the knives

[@joaoalbertodosanjosgomes1536]

@@Warmspringsrezbuck You can't buy. It is the answer.

[@7xXSE7ENXx7]

i want to but do they send overseas? and i cant read anything.

[@ricllinares5929]

Where can I purchase these knives?

[@Symphmount]

Привет из России. Очень хорошие люди уважающие свой труд и свою семью. Слушал вас используя переводчик. Очень понравилась ваше производство и ваша речь про работу, жизнь и семью. Это очень круто, желаю процветания вашей кузнице.

[@kalleklp7291]

One can learn from Japanese work ethics. At nearly 90 years he's still active in the shop and has taught his son and grandson the craft of creating a razor-sharp knife. As a blacksmith, I respect these people and their work. I'd like to be able to travel to Japan and visit their shop. :)

[@Japanesefoodcraftsman]

Thank you so much for watching and your kind words! You're a blacksmith too? Sending our respects to you and your crafts and wishing you all the best!! Hope you'll get to visit Japan someday!

[@kalleklp7291]

@@Japanesefoodcraftsman Thank you. :) ありがとう。

[@aleksandersmirnow2157]

These people have golden hands in the ninth generation. This is wonderful, this is wonderful.

[@phbrinsden]

These men honor their ancestors every day and give the world such beautiful and useful works of art. Respect.

[@deandee8082]

looking purdy darned good for 89.. props old man, the way you dance with that stamp machine is something else . .. the family bond here is beautiful, how it should be, father learning from father, fathers teaching the sons, tight knit, lucky fellas... long live the Smithys!

[@ragnar6996]

I don't think that there is anything more than I love watching Masters at the craft do the job

[@stevenbaker43]

72 years of blade smithing, now that's dedication. I wish we where all like that.

[@cpm9747]

So amazing. I really want to get one of their knives! Someday!

[@KD-qp3gc]

So excited! Waiting for it to be completed! Thank you so much!

[@skyking6989]

I love how much pride japanese people take in there work. Dosent matter what it is they strive for excellence

[@chrishylton3080]

Heritage, Quality, Honor and Integrity, all attributes that seem to be in short supply today. I wish the grandson all of the luck in the future, and that he gets to keep the smithy operating for another 100 years! I just want to point out that they use a western open/closed sign, which gave me a small smile 😁!

[@tai5arminux919]

Les Forgerons Japonais sont les meilleurs depuis des millénaires, j'admire votre savoir faire. J'essaye d'apprendre votre culture depuis avant la période Tokugawa (Edo), je suis admiratif....

[@stevejones8660]

A life’s passion. Wonderful to watch.

[@gre3nishsinx0Rgold4]

Blacksmithing videos are right up my alley. This is amazing and would love to see more.

[@Japanesefoodcraftsman]

Happy you enjoyed it! And we will be making more content like this in the future, so stay tuned!

[@thehandleiwantedwasntavailable]

I recently visited Japan and wanted to buy a handcrafted knife directly from the craftsman who made it. Unfortunately, I wasn't organised enough to visit a smithy for this to happen. The next best thing is purchasing one of these knives - which I have just done. Seeing 3 generations working in the shop together, including a 10th generation craftsman, is incredibly special. I look forward to many, many years using the knife (and handing it down to one of my children).

[@kiyoshitakeda452]

Impressive blacksmith. Knives carefully made with many customers though generations. Thank you enjoyed.

[@matteodeangelis7945]

these are the traditions and qualities that make humans special and their lives worth living.

[@sugizou2185]

すごいですね、子供の頃、町に鍛冶屋さんがあり、色々な物を作ってました、職人さんが時間をかけて作る物は、ほんと凄い物があります。

[@whereisthebeach8664]

My husband just bought one, absolutely beautiful craftsmanship! Cuts everything like butter! 👌🏻

[@Japanesefoodcraftsman]

That's so great to hear, thank you so much for buying one!

[@whereisthebeach8664]

@@Japanesefoodcraftsmankeep up the beautiful work! 😊😊😊

[@UsDiYoNa]

Never stop working, dear Sir! Much admiration and respect to you, Elder Sir.

[@febirusdian1465]

The craftsmanship always breathtaking..

[@cristianregueyra4318]

Que Joya 💎 ese trabajo!!! Felicitaciones 👏 👏 👏

[@corvus_knives]

Arigato gosaimasu. I'm learning the craft, thank you for teaching more than making knives.

[@qifgt]

Love passion for craft.Respect

[@gorsamon8668]

Ви неймовірно гарна і працьовита сім"я.Нехай ваша праця завжди приносить і вам і іншим людям насолоду .

[@astrosumitro843]

Apresiasi kpd Bangsa Jepang yg sangat disiplin rajin bekerja dan belajar 👍

[@hendri_s]

Deep respect for people who work hard with all their hearts.

[@colonelkabob5321]

So cool to watch an artist at work. Thank you for sharing.

[@johnduffy6546]

IMO, few things bring me more pleasure than using a quality knife that has been properly sharpened to a surgeon's precision. My Grandfather was a butcher and he taught me the value of good steel, sharp edges and the proper care of all tools. Proudly, I have several of his tools of his trade and they are always maintained in a state of scary sharp readiness...and respect

[@andyfranklunamorales2511]

simplemente EXELENTE !! VAYA CON QUE ORGULLO HABLA ESE HOMBRE DE SU PADER Y ABUELO GENIAL CONMOVEDOR , EL ORGULLO DE CADA HOMBRE LO HACE GRANDE.

[@kennethrutledge9222]

Thank You for the video!! I am a amateur at knife making , in Tennessee!! I’m retired after 40 years as a tool maker in the aerospace industry,, I’m very primitive in my tooling but I love your professional skills you display !! I live your dedication and how you’ve been able to convince your son and grandson to follow your lead whether directly or indirectly!! You’ve succeeded in getting your family to continue your master skills!! You’re very lucky for that !! I admire you !! I hope one day I can produce a blade as so very fine a tool as you have produced!! Thank You again!!

[@california_traditions]

10 generations, that is amazing in itself. Your knives are iconic, please keep up with your tradition. To have the same humbleness, spirit and skills your family exudes would be a gift. Thank you!

[@Japanesefoodcraftsman]

Thank you so much for your kind comment!

[@fiapo3104]

89 anos lúcido e trabalhando 😮😮 Isso q é um exemplo de vida. Parabéns a esse Sr 👏👏👏👏 Namaste 🙏🙏🙏🙇

[@mray8519]

Beautiful work. My daughter lived In Kyoto for years, I developed great respect for the Japanese.

[@rg20322]

I will look later for ordering since it showed you are sold out. I do suggest a reach out to Kimono Mom to test your fine knives and as a gift. I do believe it will bring in more business, but more importantly showcasing the quality of your knives. I really enjoyed this video and getting to know a small part of your family, and especially just being a family business and dedication to quality. Thank you.

[@Jison9]

Craftsmanship is still alive and surprisingly modestly priced. Not sure how to order though. Thank you for showing this business to the world.

[@neilmigala752]

After watching this video 2 months ago, my wife decided to surprise me with this knife today for Christmas. It’s unbelievable! Thank God she was able to get one! They kept selling out!

[@Japanesefoodcraftsman]

That's so great to hear! Happy to hear you got one, thanks so much to your wife for the order, and hope you enjoy the knife!

[@tsutomut3693]

鍛冶職人の美意識と作品への愛と仕事への流儀が伝わるいい包丁。　使う料理人も職人なら尚更に手にして感じるはず。　技術が絶えずに美しい作品が残り生み出されていきますように願います。

[@CarlSanford76]

This is a great video. These men must be quite proud.

[@r.t.jackson42]

継ぐなと言われると、継ぎたくなるよね。 特に、職人は貴重ですからね。 コレからも日本の伝統を宜しくお願い申し上げます！

[@catherine59226]

Incredible!

[@user-wy9yd5lx8i]

Работал в городе Тотори и там в супермаркете была выставка продажа ножей ручной работы. Так же мне попадался магазин ножей ручной работы. Вы молодцы что сохраняете эту кузницу. Большое вам спасибо.

[@CrustyRestorations]

Simply beautiful work❤👍

[@wdsp69]

Excellent craftsmanship

[@andresapodaca8853]

I worked as a chef for 19 years. I left to spend more time with my children. I own 2 handmade chef’s knives. One is Korean and the other is Japanese. By far the best knives I’ve ever owned. Amazing to see what beautiful pieces of art come from skilled hands.

[@kiwineedscoffeehelp4647]

🎉 thank you so much for the H4 analysis, I really appreciate it

[@leroycrushshon3300]

Now that's a beautiful thing to c n their art of making knives.❤❤❤❤❤

[@Smokejumper92]

It's great to see a video for the little thought of tools of the food craftsman! ^_^

[@paulweis9797]

I have high admiration for your family tradition! We miss some of that in Europe, really.

[@user-xg1il2qc7o]

職人さん、毎日ご苦労さまです、毎日お疲れ様です。体調に気おつけて、ケガや行き帰りの交通事故に気おつけて、頑張ってくださいね

[@dr.nunzio_improta]

Truly Masters !!!

[@rbs22029999]

老實說這種匠人才值得人親佩！不只是經驗.而是不拘於一種方式去打造刀具！擅用現代工具.相信這位師父肯定仔細研究過哪個部份可用機器哪些部份需用人工.不管是機器.人工.科技或古法.為的都是造好一樣物品.這種前提之下又何必要執著於工法？

[@rabidturnip78]

Masterful and practical.

[@neilreid9005]

What a fantastic story! Much respect for the men. The making of the knives was really interesting!

[@olevaiti4302]

Respect and greetings from Finland.

[@WMARUoriginal]

I hope there are more available to order soon. I would love to share this with my family.

[@melaniekarel9610]

Awesome!

[@user-wn4ld6iu5d]

Удачи Вам!

[@gatolian55]

Felicitaciones; me emociona escuchar y ver a estos hombres, fieles al ideal, en busca siempre de la perfección. Un abrazo desde Caldera - Chile ..... al Sur del mundo! おめでとう; 理想に忠実で常に完璧を求める彼らの話を聞いたり、見たりするのはとても興奮します。 チリのカルデラから世界の南へハグを！ Omedetō; risō ni chūjitsude tsuneni kanpeki o motomeru karera no hanashi o kii tari, mi tari suru no wa totemo kōfun shimasu. Chiri no karudera kara sekai no minami e hagu o!

[@Hullbreachdetected]

People say, when you keep working, you stay alive because you are too busy to die. This man is proof.

[@manggorio2903]

God bless to this Japanese family very industrious and simple in living. Best boroiducts in the world are Japanese products.

[@fishmaniachannel]

This is heritage this is family, this is art , skilled master smiths , ❤👌

[@sliim_sadie382]

Please continue uploading non-food videos as well 💟💟🥳🥳

[@Japanesefoodcraftsman]

We will! Thanks so much for watching and for your support!

[@iainthorpe3846]

Thanks!

[@Japanesefoodcraftsman]

Thanks so much for your support! 🎉

[@user-vw5qh1tq5o]

Love you man. Kind and great.❤❤❤❤ I am from Iran(old country) in USA. I watch you

[@robertojoseamayaibanez4819]

Mi respeto y total admiración larga vida a todos y a la tradicion

[@alebrt9251]

Ho 2 santoku Minomo,uno molto vecchio ed uno comprato di recente ,sono coltelli fantastici, veramente fantastici. Grazie per il video

[@Diecast_Roof]

Amazing job, good luck 👍

[@alanmcewen6111]

What a credit to his trade, and with 3 generations working there hopefully it wont be lost.

[@bctpcp9546]

Firstly, what a great documentary! Secondly, I lived and worked in japan and loved it! Third, your father is blessed with good health, he is basically the same age as my mother who is almost wheel chair bound and certainly not capable of forging steel. Fourth your dad doesn't look 90 or close to it either! Super Sugoi!! You have another subscriber! And great your son is also involved! I have some knives from Takashi Saji I bought while I was there. Now I know about you guys!

[@Pilsebub]

Really nice to watch. Want one ore more of these knives.

[@65Alfaromeo]

Traumhafte Messer und sehr sympathische Schmiede! Viele Grüße aus Deutschland

[@alienfac32]

Thank you.

[@rappalawolf2664]

Respect, quality. I will order one.

[@ajiejoe7848]

Satu seni warisan yang terbaik dari keluarga Jepang. Tahniah dan terus berusaha kekal warisan ini untuk generasi yang akan mendatang.😂😊❤

[@user-zd1jm1nn8c]

最初から最後まで丁寧な仕事ですね。うちの地元新潟にも包丁鍛冶に砥ぎ職人いますが良い包丁は半永久的に使えます。出刃や菜切り包丁なんて3代は持ちますよ。

[@AqutanLove]

燕三条にこの前行きました！包丁買いました！

[@1103fo]

ちゃんと研げばの話ですが、一般の方にはなかなかハードルが高いかな｡ 越前市(旧武生市)の人間です。分かる人には分かるかと。

[@anabuli]

Will be purchasing one. Thank you

[@Japanesefoodcraftsman]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@JS-ym8qi]

Beautiful!!!

[@joaoalbertodosanjosgomes1536]

Thank you very much.

[@asdertrender7555]

Классный и позитивный мастер!

[@pathardage1880]

Remarkable video Thank you.

[@user-zb7jd6jl7f]

このような手工品には心を惹かれます。この包丁欲しいなあ

[@deaftodd]

Pretty impressive tools for back in 1796.

[@nvrbetrwhoohoo3941]

So cool to own knives made by Japanese master!

[@MEJ777]

To be 89 and still hammering out knives is incredible

[@freedomthief8499]

Hand made,....gets my MAXIMUM RESPECT,... HUGE LOVE FOR JAPANESE EVERYTHING!!!! EXCELLENT WORK A BLACK SMITH FROM ATHENS GREECE 🇬🇷. ...!!!!

[@Japanesefoodcraftsman]

Thanks so much for watching and for your kind comment!

[@freedomthief8499]

@@Japanesefoodcraftsman You welcome!!! If you,...EVER,... visit GREECE ATHENS, ...AM YOUR MAN!!! I SHOW YOU AROUND,...AND HAVE☝️ (SOME )OUZO TOGETHER!! MAXIMUM RESPECT MY MAN!!

[@arianlaser]

Maestri fabbri giapponesi unici al mondo. Grazie per il bellissimo video e i miei rispetti e complimenti al papà. 😊

[@barry4988]

Wonderful 😊