HITOTEMA Releases 'Just-Right Knife' Developed by Chef Sakura in Gifu Seki

SAKURA's Online Store (HITOTEMA Co., Ltd.) announced a household knife project developed over two years by chef Sakura. The product, named 'A Slightly Long, Slightly Short, Just-Right Knife,' has a unique 155mm blade length designed to easily handle daily cooking tasks in home kitchens. Manufactured by Sumikama Co., Ltd. in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture, the knife features a 3-layer AUS-10 stainless steel blade (HRC ~60) and a natural walnut wood handle. SAKURA's, which has sold over 17,000 tongs and 8,500 dashi packs as of May 15, 2026, aims to solve common kitchen dilemmas where standard knives are either too long or too short. A sharpening service is also provided to support long-term maintenance. Pre-orders start on June 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM, limited to 600 pieces. The pre-order price is 16,020 yen (tax included, representing a 10% discount off the regular price).