What brand is this?

I've recently been frequenting a thrift store near my house to purchase inexpensive knives on which to practice using my sharpening stones. I kind of like these two little Japanese steak knives, as they took a nice edge and are fairly comfortable in the hand, so I won't be re-donating them. I have no idea what brand they are, though, as the logo is a signature. Does anybody here recognize it? Thanks for any help.

 

Can't really make it out from the pic, can you get a better pic of the writing? Pretty sure someone will have an idea on here

 

I will try to get a better pic when I get home from work. The writing is very faded.

 

This is cropped and enhanced from another photo a snapped this morning.

 

Not sure if my attempt is better or worse hopefully someone will recognise it

 

I think yours is easier to read. That's more clear than anything I'm getting with the camera.

 

I guess they're of an essentially a "no name" brand. I still like them, though.