Nikken Cutlery makes their home in the town of Seki, Gifu prefecture. Seki is famous for its rich tradition and history of samurai sword making,…

Anyone who has visited Japan or lived here for a while knows that Japanese convenience stores are truly wonderful. Not only are they miracles of…

The ancient art of Japanese swordsmithing is famous for its sophistication, its labor-intensiveness, and the unparalleled strength and durability of the swords painstakingly made in…