Goko Hamono is a small family run workshop based in Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture, Japan, which started off as a wholesaler before turning to knife making and manufacturing. Certified as “traditional craftsman” by The Association for the Promotion of Traditional Craft Industries in Japan, this small batch workshop specializes in Shirogami (white steel), clad in stainless steel, with a very rustic nashiji finish, super sharp out of the box. Made entirely in house by father son duo, Norihiko and Yoshito Yamakawa-san – these knives are 100% hand-crafted (forged, ground, and sharpened by hand) and are a joy to sharpen. The artisanal nature and pride in craftsmanship is extremely evident, in addition to being excellent value, handmade knives.