I had an amazing visit to Hida Tool in Berkeley for master knife sharpening with Kou! My prized Japanese chef knife I've had for decades, that lives carefully dried and wrapped in towel when not...

A friendly and well stocked source of high quality tools, mostly from Japan with many other items that are useful. They stock many hard-to-find items and also provide ideas and inspiration for...

I arrived in the Bay Area a little early for my 1 PM dental appointment. That meant that I had time for an order of scones and light bake pizza at Arizmendi (Emeryville), filling up the Forester...

Hida is our go-to for well made, time tested garden tools. Staffed with knowledgeable, and witty, individuals you are directed to the tool that serves your particular garden need. Lately it has...

Amazing selection and great staff ! Helped me find the exact right tools for the job. Will definitely return.