Makoto Kurosaki 黒崎 真

Makoto Kurosaki is a master knife sharpener based in Takefu Knife Village, known for his exceptional ability to create knives with ultra-thin edges, ensuring precision cutting and ease of handling. With expertise in various steels, from stainless to high-carbon, Makoto continuously refines his skills to produce superior blades. He began his journey apprenticing under the legendary Hiroshi Kato and now frequently sharpens knives crafted by renowned makers such as Yoshimi Kato, Takumi Ikeda, and his brother, Yu Kurosaki.