Bladed Tools

Crafted bladed tools from Banshu Hamono

Over 250 years ago, the blades craft industry in the region known as Banshu (Southwest Hyogo prefecture, Japan) was said to have started with a single Katana forge. What began as the need to produce the Katana has since developed into a region renowned for producing superior quality blades. Today, the Banshu Hanomo represents the traditional craftsmanship of Banshu, producing a variety of handmade blades for today’s needs. Please see the blades made by our craftsmen and feel the difference for yourself.