TV
SBS News, 27 March 2022
Shokunin Store’s owner Yuko Nakao was featured on TV program “Small Business Secrets” on SBS (Austrlaian Public Service Broadcaster). The episode screened twice at 7am and 5pm, Sunday 27 Mar 2022. Yuko’s article was also featured in SBS online news. Yuko is one of over 5,500 members supported by NPO Global Sisters who supports female entrepreneurs.
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News media and Magazines
Chugoku Newspaper, Japan – 9 September 2024
Yuko was invited to contribute a series of articles to the Chugoku Newspaper, a respected Japanese publication. In her first piece, she writes about how her business started, the challenges faced by traditional Japanese crafts, and the urgency she felt to take action, no matter how small, to help preserve these centuries-old skills. The articles reflect her dedication to supporting the artisans behind these handcrafted tools and sharing their exceptional craftsmanship with the world. While only this initial article can be shared here due to copyright, it captures the spirit and purpose of her work.
Sydney Morning Herald / Domain, 17 May 2024
ABC Gardening Australia TV presenter and award winning horticulturist Tammy Huynh recommends our “Ken-Katabami” Compact Secateurs Dainty (17 May 2024, Sydney Morning Herald, Domain)
SALife Gardens and Outdoor Living Magazine, Summer 2023
Craig Sullivan, an influencer and a devoted admirer of Kihachi Curved Topiary Shears, had his article featured in the Summer 2023 issue of SALife Gardens and Outdoor Living magazine. The featured Yoshioka-branded shears are available at Shokunin Store, showcasing his magnificent Topiary works using Kihachi Curved Topiary Shears.
©SALife Gardens and Outdoor Living Magazine, Summer 2023
Sydney Morning Herald, 22 November 2021
Shokunin Store’s Owner Yuko Nakao was featured in Sydney Morning Herald for their digital and print platforms on Monday 22 Nov 2021. Written by political writer Katina Curtis (Politics / Federal / Gender Equality). The photoshoot was taken place at our first stockist for Kasane Knives – Iggy’s Bread Down Under.
Good Food, The Age / Sydney Morning Herald, 8 March 2022
Japanese knives KASANE designed by a woman mark a first for the industry – read the full story here
The article first appeared on Good Food in the Age for the Internationalo Women’s Day on Tuesday 8 Mar 2022. Digital version followed on Friday 4 Mar 2022.
Belle Newsletter “Friday Fabulus Five”, 17 Dec 2021
Our Kasane Japanese Kitchen Knives were featured in Belle Magazine by the Deputy Editor, Harry Roberts. Read the newsletter here.
Hungry Hungry Pippo, 29 Nov 2021
Shokuin Store was selected by Hungry Hungry Pippo in “Best of the Week” on 29 Nov 2021 – “I would like every single thing in this shop, pretty much” – Pip Lincolne
Belle Magazine, Dec 2019 Issue
Our Floral Scissors “Koryu” Style in High Carbon and Walnut Inlay Handle Secateurs from Toyama Hamono were featured on Belle Magazine in their Christmas issue in November 2019.
Australian House & Garden Magazine, Dec 2019 Issue
Our Mizuno Oak Handle Broad Axe was featured on House & Garden in their Christmas issue in November 2019.