# Blacksmith-Inspired Japanese Kitchen Knives Amenoma Launches Its Custom Knife in a Few Colours By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-07-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-kitchen-knife1 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2019/6/amenoma-gundam-gustav-kg-06-series-kitchen-knife) & [miki-japan](http://www.miki-japan.com/kitchenware/ryoubahouchou/amenoma-01.html) Amenoma boasts a sturdy and functional Japanese kitchen knife that boasts a unique shape. The custom-fabricated product is inspired by the craft and versatility of blacksmiths. The Japanese kitchen knife range by Amenoma is made with [forged steel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/damascus) in Miki City. The brand boasts three distinct versions of the design, each catering to a specific use -- from "the standard model in green" to "the premium version [...] [with an] eight-layer laminated steel blade." Each Japanese kitchen knife has been priced at $360 USD and $445 USD, respectively. Moreover, it seems that many individuals and publications are referring to Amenoma's product to being similar to "[Zaku's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-knives) Heat Hawk blade from the Gundam series anime," which adds another layer of appeal. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Custom-fabricated Kitchen Knives:** Opportunity to disrupt the traditional kitchen knife market by offering customized options with unique shapes. - **Forged Steel Blades:** Potential for disruptive innovation in the steel production industry by creating high-quality, durable blades for various applications. - **Anime-inspired Kitchenware:** Opportunity to tap into the growing market of anime fans by offering products inspired by popular anime series. ### Where This Applies - **Kitchenware:** Innovation potential in the kitchenware industry by introducing new designs and materials for culinary tools. - **Steel Production:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the steel production industry by developing new techniques and materials for forging high-quality blades. - **Anime Merchandise:** Opportunity to create unique and appealing anime-inspired products for fans of popular animated series. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gourmet Japanese Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiru-knife.md) - [Flavor Maintenance Kitchen Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deluxe-oishii-knife.md) - [Ultra-Luxe Damasteel Kitchen Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collectors-edition-kitchen-knives.md) - [High-Quality Handcrafted Japanese Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-japanese-knives.md) - [Volcanic Topography Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cutlery-knives.md) - [Exclusive Chef Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-edition-chef-knife.md) - [Forged Sword-Like Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shirasagi-knife.md) - [Car-Inspired Sleek Sushi Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/z-nismo-precision-sushi-knife.md) - [Minimalist Metallic Chef Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiskars-all-steel-santoku-knife.md)