Forged in the fires of passion and tradition, Neil Kamimura embodies the relentless pursuit of craftsmanship and personal evolution. Born on Hawaii’s Big Island, Neil’s journey from a small business owner to a renowned bladesmith reflects his commitment to creating art with purpose. Drawing inspiration from his great-grandfather’s blacksmith legacy, Neil channels his energy into crafting one-of-a-kind knives that are as raw and authentic as he is, uncompromising and true to his craft.

Built on the iconic Memphis and Memphis XL silhouettes, the Kamimura frame draws inspiration from Neil’s remarkable story and heritage of a Japanese-American bladesmith.