To-un Ihara Custom Japanese Knife Maker

Kenji Ihara Japanese master folding knife, was born on February 1, 1942. His specialty is lock back folders. These folders have a symmetry and, accordingly, a proper balance that is essential to the general principles of Shodo and Japanese aesthetics.

In his 68 years, Mr. Ihara is still full of energy and creative ideas. He is constantly looking for new ideas and materials, improving his already existing models and raising the level of excellence higher and higher.