Since 1918, YAMAZAKI has strived for the pinnacle of cutlery excellence worldwide. Today, consumers globally embrace its techniques, unique designs, and its true value.
In 1991, YAMAZAKI became the first non-Swedish company recognized by the Nobel Foundation for its technical and artistic abilities, producing cutlery for their annual awards banquet.
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History
1918
Founder, Bungen Yamazaki established a workshop to produce hand-made spoons.
1926
Pioneered the import of stainless steel raw materials from Sweden.
1980
Incorporated in New York starting a wholesale business under its own brand.
2013
Collaborated in developing the Table Setting to commemorate the 20th year transfer of the Grand Shrines of Ise.
Awards and Achievements
1991
Developed the cutlery used in the 90th Anniversary Banquet for Nobel prize winners.
2013
Received the “Best of the Best” prize of the notable “Red Dot Design Award 2013 of Germany.”
2013
Developed the cutlery for "Seven Stars in Kyushu," a luxurious sleeper train operated by JR Kyushu.
2016
Received the prize of the notable “Red Dot Design Award 2016 of Germany.”
2017
Developed the cutlery for "Train Suite Shiki-Shima" a luxurious sleeper train operated by JR East.
2023
Developed commemorative gifts for the 2023 G7 Hiroshima Summit: G7 Niigata Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors' Meeting."
