
Updated at 2025-04-22
The Sakai-forged knife tradition began around 600 years ago, with each blade carefully handcrafted by skilled artisans. Characterized by its single-bevel edge, the knife is sharpened at an acute angle, making it especially well-suited for slicing sashimi and other Japanese cuisine. Today, more than 80% of chefs in Japan rely on Sakai knives for their culinary precision.
Language: Japanese
Area: 149.83 square kilometers
Population: Approx. 820,000 people
Main Industries/Features: Sakai City is known for its industrial and business development, characterized by a strong presence of SMEs in metal manufacturing, machinery manufacturing, petrochemicals, green energy, and so on. The proportion of industrial zones in the city ranks among the highest in Japan.