Kamata Hakensha also offers knife repair and sharpening.
Please contact us if your knife has lost its shape or the blade has chipped from years of use.
We will restore your knife to its original condition using the sharpening techniques passed down through generations of our artisans.
| Type | Length | Basic Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Household/Petty Knife | 120 mm to 210 mm | 800 to 1,000 yen |
| Gyuto (chef’s knife)/ Sujihiki (single-edged slicing knife) |
240 mm to 330 mm | 1,200 to 2,500 yen |
| Yanagiba (single-edged slicing knife) | 210 mm to 330 mm | 1,500 to 3,000 yen |
| Deba (butchering knife) | 105 mm to 240 mm | 1,500 to 3,000 yen |
| Usuba (thin-bladed vegetable knife) | 195 mm to 240 mm | 3,000 to 4,000 yen |
| Menkiri (noodle knife) | 300 mm to 360 mm | 3,000 to 5,000 yen |
| Chinese Cleaver | 1,500 yen and up |
*Please note that additional charges will apply for services such as repairing chipped blades, reshaping, and working with special steels such as Honyaki (single steel knives) or Aogami (Blue Steel).
*Sharpening may not be available for left-handed knives.
*Repairs and sharpening normally take one week.
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Generally, resharpening takes about one week, regardless of the number of knives.
We offer same-day service for household knives (double-edged knives such as Bunka knives (all-purpose knives)) with blades 21 cm or shorter and without major damage.
Express Service
A. Yes, we can repair knives purchased from other shops.
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Yes.
Please package it securely and send it by courier service.
Once sharpening is complete, we will return the knife via cash on delivery. Please pay the total, including return shipping, directly to the courier upon receipt.
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We have basic fees based on the type and size of the knife. However, an accurate estimate depends on the extent of the damage, so we can only provide one after examining the knife.
Basic fees are listed here.
List of Basic Fees
A. We offer complimentary final edging for Kamata Hakensha knives purchased at our shop while you wait. Please note that this service is not available for knives purchased elsewhere, even for a fee. Kamata Hakensha knives are ready to use, while knives from other manufacturers usually require more work, which incurs a fee.
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We cannot repair Western knife handles, as they are attached with rivets and may require welding.
Handle inserts of Japanese knives can be replaced, but in some cases, repair may not be possible if the blade is severely rusted or corroded.
A. In order to ensure durability, we have the handle replaced by a professional. This takes about 10 days.
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