Yu Kurosaki is one of Japan’s most celebrated young knifemakers, renowned for combining bold design with outstanding cutting performance. Based in Echizen, Fukui Prefecture, he crafts each knife by hand using traditional forging techniques, while adding his own modern touch through distinctive hammer finishes such as Shizuku (raindrop) and Fujin (wind god). His work is prized for its exceptional sharpness, edge retention, and striking aesthetics — making Yu Kurosaki knives sought after by both professional chefs, passionate home cooks and collectors worldwide.
