SOJA HOUCHO
玄－GEN－
A knife that grows with you,
carrying the years within its blade.
The SOJA HOUCHO 玄–GEN– is crafted from steel forged by a swordsmith and finished into a functional blade by a skilled sharpening artisan.
The beautifully revealed hamon (blade pattern), brought out through a unique process, evolves with use and deepens in character over time.
As you nurture the blade into a piece uniquely your own, experience the world of Japanese swords in your own hands.
Fukube Blacksmith
Deeply rooted in the tradition of rural blacksmiths, Fukube Blacksmith continues to craft tools meant for everyday life in the Noto region. Born between the sea and the mountains, the workshop crafts everything from fishing gear to farming tools. The spirit of the land and generations of refined skill breathe life into every single piece they create.
TOMIOKA YOSHIMASA
After graduating from Tokyo Zokei University, Tomioka Yoshimasa initially worked as a web designer. In 2014, driven by the desire to ‘create something tangible with my own hands,’ he entered the world of swordsmithing—a field he had long admired. Applying his design experience to the craft, he has gone on to earn numerous awards. We asked this unconventional craftsman what thoughts he carries when standing at the forge.
This is his story.
SOJA HOUCHO
SOJA HOUCHO
Each knife is handcrafted individually by master swordsmiths using tamahagane—the same steel used for Japanese swords.
SOJA HOUCHO
玄－GEN－
A kitchen knife that marries the beauty of swordsmith craftsmanship with the practicality of everyday use, crafted for those who pursue the blade’s true essence above simple ornamentation.
SOJA HOUCHO
真－SHIN－
Crafted by swordsmiths and honed by master polishers, these knives are for those seeking something exceptional—closer in spirit to the Japanese sword.
