{"title":"Knife Type · Kiritsuke Yanagiba 切付柳刃","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-sinuchi-hienn-300mm-kiritsuke-yanagiba","title":"Sakai Takayuki \"Sinuchi Hienn\" Mizu-Honyaki Shirogami #2 Mirror-Finish 300mm Kiritsuke Yanagiba with Ebony Handle and Shiroishime Saya","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is Sakai Takayuki’s \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\"Shinuchi Hienn\" (真打飛燕), a mizu-Honyaki (water Honyaki) sashimi knife forged by the legendary master blacksmith Kenji Togashi, mirror polished and hand-sharpened by none other than the renowned Sakai sharpening and polishing master Hirotsugu Tosa. Comes with custom-fitted shiroishime saya.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): \u003cspan\u003eSakai, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Sakai Takayuki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel No.: 00911\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCraftsman: Mr. Kenji Togashi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSharpener: Mr. Hirotsugu Tosa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Kiritsuke Yanagiba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Mizu-Honyaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Single Bevel (Right-handed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane: Shirogami #2 (White #2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 60-61 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKyomen (Mirror)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRipple\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 300mm (11.8\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 39mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 4.0mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 3.3mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\/ Tsukajiri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e White Corian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGinmaki: Nickel Copper x2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 147mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 455mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 291g (10.26oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eEngraved Mark (Front)\u003c\/span\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eIn Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eSakai \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eTakayuki Shinuchi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" (堺孝行 真打)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes Custom fitted Shiroishime Saya made by Sakai Takayuki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKenji Togashi 富樫 憲治\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster Kenji Togashi is a legendary blacksmith in Sakai, and one of the few blacksmiths in Japan with the skills of forging quality honyaki blades. Since the start of his bladesmithing career in 1966, master Togashi has received numerous accolades including Dentō-Kugeishi. Master Togashi is renowned for his mastery of this now endangered blacksmithing skill. Master Togashi makes blades out of his own workshop in Sakai, along with his three sons. He makes blades mainly for Sakai Takayuki.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHirotsugu Tosa 土佐 廣次\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn in 1948, Mr. Hirotsugu Tosa started his sharpener apprenticeship under his father at age 19. Mr. Tosa is renowned for his mirror finishing works on Aogami and Shirogami blades, as well as his exquisite edge grinding and polishing skills. He was recognised as \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eDentō-Kugeishi in 1996 for his artisan craftsmanship. Mr Tosa is the inhouse master of mirror polishing at Sakai Takayuki.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Sakai Takayuki 堺 孝行\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSakai Takayuki is Sakai's top knife maker and artisan workshop. Japan's Sakai region has a knife making history of 600 years. Among these knife makers, Sakai Takayuki is a representative of Sakai's long history of making blades. The quality of the finish and details of the forging technique are handed down over generations of fine craftsmen. Today Sakai Takayuki is sold to over 100 countries around the world. Their uncompromising knife making passion has attracted passionate customers beyond the border of Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Mizu-Honyaki 水本焼\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMizu-Honyaki is the highest level of Japanese knife making, involving a differential heat treatment achieved by applying clay mud on spine and hira of the blade before heating and water quenching. Very few blacksmiths have the skills of making quality mizu-honyaki, and the failure rate is very high as any tiny crack during the heat treatment forfeits the entire blade. A fine mizu-honyaki is always costly due to the scarcity of blacksmiths and high failure rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShirogami #2 (white #2) steel is one of the most popular types of high carbon steel found in Japanese kitchen knives (Wa Knives). It is not stainless, therefore you must wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36252319252637,"sku":"STS2MMRKY300GEPW","price":1845.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/products\/STS2MMRKY300GEPW007a.jpg?v=1610443747"},{"product_id":"nigara-gin-3-anmon-kiritsuke-yanagiba-270mm-with-premium-ebony-double-ginmaki-handle","title":"Nigara \"Anmon\" Ginsan (Silver #3) Mirror Migaki Damascus Kiritsuke-Yanagiba with Ebony Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe extraordinary quality of the artisan hand-forged Damascus finish on this \"Anmon\" Kiritsuke Yanagiba is simply the best we have ever seen, period. The 7th generation owner of Nigara Hamono, an art-enthusiast himself, designed this unique pattern in 2008 after being inspired by Andy Warhol's artwork as well as the Anmon Waterfalls adjacent to the city of Hirosaki, where Nigara was founded 350 years ago. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fit and finish of this knife are simply second to none - from fluidly polished choil to mirror-like smooth spine, not to mention beautiful grind and smooth tapering. With Gin3 (Silver #3) steel, you get similar hardness and some of the characteristics of Shirogami #2, but with stainless \/ rust resistance properties, making this Kiritsuke-Yanagiba much easier to maintain. The mirror polish is simply stunning and the Damascus pattern nothing like we've ever seen. It's simply mesmerizing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe felt that with such a stunning knife, it is only fitting to pair it with a high-end handle. This knife has a highly polished ebony double-full-buffalo double-ginmaki handle installed. It's a very costly handle but we think you'll appreciate the result.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Nigara Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa (吉澤 剛)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Kiritsuke Yanagiba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Awase (Kasumi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Single Bevel (Right-handed)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Ginsan (Silver #3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 62 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamascus (\"Anmon\" Pattern)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKyomen (Mirror)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 270mm (10.6\") \/ 300mm (11.8\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 35mm \/ 40mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 3.8mm \/ 3.8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 3.2mm \/ 3.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLuxury Custom Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \/ Tsukajiri\u003c\/span\u003e: Buffalo Horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGinmaki: Nickel Silver \/ Copper (x2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 146mm \/ 146mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 420mm \/ 457mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 248g (8.75oz) \/ 301g (10.62oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eNigara Made\u003c\/em\u003e\" (二唐作)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Nigara Hamono 二唐刃物\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 350 years of history, starting from making swords for Tsugaru clan in the early Edo period, Nigara Hamono has passed down know-how and skills for eight generations. Its 5th generation blacksmith Kunitoshi Nigara was a legendary sword maker, earning a long list of accolades, honorary titles and knighthood. The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has a keen interest in art and music. Nigara’s famous Anmon design is the result of Toshiju’s love for Andy Warhol’s artworks. The family business’ expansion into construction steelworks has given Nigara unmatched access to in-house know-how when it comes to advanced finishing. All these set Nigara apart as one of the most special knife makers in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGinsan\u003c\/strong\u003e (Gin3 or Silver #3) is a stainless carbon steel, with 14% added Chromium. Retaining the character of Japanese carbon steel, with similar hardness of Shirogami #2, Ginsan is stainless. It's edge retention is only slightly inferior to Shirogami #2, but the fact that it combines ease of sharpening, carbon steel character as well being stainless makes it a great choice for those who wish to have a Japanese carbon steel knife that is easy to maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara Hamono","offers":[{"title":"270mm \/ Premium Ebony","offer_id":42799143583963,"sku":"NRG3KDMKY270GEBK","price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"270mm \/ Premium Ebony with Double-Ginmaki","offer_id":37429490319541,"sku":"NRG3KDMKY270GENK","price":1099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"300mm \/ Ebony with 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looking for not only the maximum sharpness, but also high aesthetic value in a knife. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor right-hand use.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Sanmu, Chiba Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Kaishin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Kiritsuke Yanagiba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Kasumi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Single Bevel (Right-handed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Aogami #2 (Blue#2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Soft Iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade 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(Ho Wood) \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa: Black Buffalo Horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e140\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm \/ 147mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 418\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm \/ 456mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 197g (6.95oz) \/ 225\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eg (7.94oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand chiselled mark (Front): In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eKaishin Akatsuki\u003c\/em\u003e\" (魁心暁)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEngraved mark (Back): In Japanese Kanji \"\u003ci\u003eAogami Steel\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e(青鋼)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes Custom fitted \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMagnolia\u003c\/span\u003e Saya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Kaishin \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e魁心 \u003c\/span\u003e\/ Nakamura Hamono Kogei 中村刃物工芸\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNakamura Hamono Kogei \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eis a young company\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efounded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e in 2015 as a teamworking workshop for emerging traditional Japanese blacksmiths. Teaming up a number of traditional craftsmen and seasoned sharpeners, Nakamura Hamono Kogei has created \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e original brand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e “Kaishin” (魁心) to showcase what can be achieved when like-minded blacksmiths work together to perfect their crafts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAogami #2\u003c\/strong\u003e (Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. 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With a great fit and finish and a Kasumi polish, the blade is paired with an Octagonal wa-handle made of Japanese Magnolia wood coated with Urushi. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eomes with a \"Unryu\" (Cloud Dragon) Maki-e Art Saya. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Yamawaki Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Igarashi Nori 五十嵐 宣\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Kiritsuke Yanagiba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Awase (Kasumi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Single Bevel (Right-handed)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Aogami #2 (Blue #2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Carbon Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 61-62 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes: Kasumi Polish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 300mm (11.8\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 36mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 4.0mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 3.6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Japanese Magnolia (Ho Wood) coated with Urushi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 152mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 454mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 227g (8.01oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes with Unryu \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e雲竜(Cloud Dragon) Maki-e Art Saya \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand Chiselled Mark (Front): In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eGoh Umanosuke Yoshihiro Made\u003c\/em\u003e\" (郷右馬允義弘造) ; “\u003cem\u003eBlue Steel\u003c\/em\u003e” (青鋼)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark (Back): In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eHand-forged\u003c\/em\u003e\" (本鍛練) ; \"\u003cem\u003eGuaranteed\u003c\/em\u003e\" (保証)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Yoshihiro 義弘 \/ Yamawaki Hamono 山脇刃物\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstablished in 1927 in Sakai Japan, Yamawaki Hamono produces knives under the \"Yoshihiro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" and \"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGoh Umanosuke Yoshihiro\" brands, named after a famous swordsmith of the Kamakura period. Having mastered mizu-Honyaki process, the most challenging construction and treatment, Yamawaki Hamono combines Sakai's centuries-long history of knife making knowhow with newer technologies to create superior chef knives. The current owner of the Yamawaki Hamono - Mr. Ryoyo Yamawaki - is also a lecturer at several culinary schools. Having apprenticed under Sakai blacksmiths, the new generation craftsmen Igarashi Nori and Masaya Shimizu lead the Yamawaki workshop to create incredible knives that are well recognised among Sakai artisans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAogami #2\u003c\/strong\u003e (Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yamawaki Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38369502036149,"sku":"YWA2KAXKY300GMXR","price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/files\/YWA2KAXKY300GMXR008_20bb833c-feb7-4aa0-86a1-83b4b432f3b6.jpg?v=1720062605"},{"product_id":"nigara-anmon-aogami-2-kurosome-damascus-330mm-kiritsuke-yanagiba","title":"Nigara \"Anmon\" Aogami #2 Kurosome Damascus Kiritsuke Yanagiba","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe extraordinary quality of the artisan hand-forged Damascus finish on this \"Anmon\" Kiritsuke Yanagiba is simply the best we have ever seen, period. The 7th generation owner of Nigara Hamono, an art-enthusiast himself, designed this unique pattern in 2008 after being inspired by Andy Warhol's artwork as well as the Anmon Waterfalls adjacent to the city of Hirosaki, where Nigara was founded 350 years ago. The fit and finish of this knife are simply second to none - from fluidly polished choil to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe amazingly unique Damascus steel that wraps around the spine and even extends to the backside of the knife (reaching the hazakai)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, not to mention beautiful grind and smooth tapering. The cladding has an almost pearl-mosaic like appearance which is extremely unique. P\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eaired with a premium Hachikaku (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ectagonal) handle made of ebony wood and buffalo horn, this “Anmon” Kiritsuke Yanagiba \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis truly an amazing knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Nigara Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa (吉澤 剛)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Kiritsuke Yanagiba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Awase (Kasumi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Single Bevel (Right-handed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Aogami #2 (Blue #2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Carbon Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 62-63 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamascus (\"Anmon\" Pattern)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKurosome (Black Etched)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 240mm (9.4\") \/ 270mm (10.6\") \/ 300mm (11.8\") \/ 330mm (13.0\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 35mm \/ 41mm \/ 39mm \/ 47mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 3.5mm \/ 3.5mm \/ \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e3.5mm \/ \u003c\/span\u003e4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e3.1mm \/ \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e3.3mm \/ \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e3.3mm \/ \u003c\/span\u003e3.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Custom Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa: Buffalo Horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGinmaki: Nickel Silver (x1) \/ Nickel Copper (x3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 145mm \/ 146mm \/ 146mm \/ 153mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 399mm \/ 428mm \/ 449mm \/ 490mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 221g \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(7.80oz) \u003c\/span\u003e\/ 271g \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(9.56oz) \u003c\/span\u003e\/ 289g \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(10.19oz) \u003c\/span\u003e\/ 293g (10.34oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eNigara Made\u003c\/em\u003e\" (二唐作)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Nigara Hamono 二唐刃物\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith 350 years of history, starting from making swords for Tsugaru clan in the early Edo period, Nigara Hamono has passed down knowhow and skills for eight generations. Its 5th generation blacksmith Kunitoshi Nigara was a legendary sword maker, earning a long list of accolades, honorary titles and knighthood. The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has keen interests in art and music. Nigara’s famous Anmon design is the result of Toshiju’s love for Andy Warhol’s artworks. The family business’ expansion into construction steelworks has given Nigara unmatched access to in-house knowhow when it comes to advanced finishing. All these set Nigara apart as one of the most special knife makers in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAogami #2\u003c\/strong\u003e (Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. 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AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara Hamono","offers":[{"title":"240mm","offer_id":40866238922933,"sku":"NRA2KDEKY240GEOK","price":829.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"270mm","offer_id":40866238955701,"sku":"NRA2KDEKY270GEOK","price":879.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":40866238988469,"sku":"NRA2KDEKY300GEOK","price":939.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"330mm","offer_id":39989930983605,"sku":"NRA2KDEKY330GEOK","price":1199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/products\/NRA2KDEKY270GEOK001_0f376427-2cee-4632-9e19-789262f2747f.jpg?v=1692670170"},{"product_id":"nigara-anmon-ginsan-silver-3-kurosome-damascus-360mm-kiritsuke-yanagiba","title":"Nigara \"Anmon\" Ginsan (Silver #3) Damascus Migaki 360mm Kiritsuke Yanagiba with Ebony Buffalo Horn Triple-Ginmaki Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe extraordinary quality of the artisan hand-forged Damascus finish on this \"Anmon\" Kiritsuke Yanagiba knife is simply the best we have ever seen, period. The 7th generation owner of Nigara Hamono, an art-enthusiast himself, designed this unique pattern in 2008 after being inspired by Andy Warhol's artwork as well as the Anmon Waterfalls adjacent to the city of Hirosaki, where Nigara was founded 350 years ago. The fit and finish of this knife are simply second to none - fluidly polished choil and spine, not to mention beautiful grind and smooth tapering. The front of the knife has an awestriking handforged Damascus, which extends to the spine of the blade. With Ginsan (Silver #3) steel, you get similar hardness and some of the characteristics of Shirogami #2, but with stainless \/ rust resistance properties, making this Kiritsuke Yanagiba much easier to maintain. The Damascus pattern is like nothing we've ever seen. It's simply mesmerizing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 360mm (14.2\") yanagiba is one of the longest knives we offer. Fitted with a polished ebony double-buffalo triple-ginmaki wa-handle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Nigara Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa (吉澤 剛)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Kiritsuke Yanagiba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Awase (Kasumi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Single Bevel (Right-handed)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Ginsan (Silver #3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 62 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes: Damascus (\"Anmon\" Pattern)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 360mm (14.2\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 43mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 4.4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 3.8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \/ Tsukajiri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e Buffalo Horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGinmaki: Nickel Copper (x3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 160mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 527mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 382g (13.47oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eNigara Made\u003c\/em\u003e\" (二唐作)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Nigara Hamono 二唐刃物\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith 350 years of history, starting from making swords for Tsugaru clan in the early Edo period, Nigara Hamono has passed down knowhow and skills for eight generations. Its 5th generation blacksmith Kunitoshi Nigara was a legendary sword maker, earning a long list of accolades, honorary titles and knighthood. The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has keen interests in art and music. Nigara’s famous Anmon design is the result of Toshiju’s love for Andy Warhol’s artworks. The family business’ expansion into construction steelworks has given Nigara unmatched access to in-house knowhow when it comes to advanced finishing. All these set Nigara apart as one of the most special knife makers in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGinsan\u003c\/strong\u003e (Gin3 or Silver #3) is a stainless carbon steel, with 14% added Chromium. Retaining the character of Japanese carbon steel, with similar hardness of Shirogami #2, Ginsan is stainless. 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AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40262678708405,"sku":"NRG3KDAKY360GEOK","price":1119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/products\/NRG3KDAKY360GEOK001_bb9ed707-b2a1-4230-a396-f1e92ac3a62d.jpg?v=1691742778"},{"product_id":"nigara-anmon-ginsan-silver-3-kurosome-damascus-300mm-kiritsuke-yanagiba","title":"Nigara \"Anmon\" Ginsan (Silver #3) Kurosome Damascus Kiritsuke Yanagiba","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe extraordinary quality of the artisan hand-forged Damascus finish on this \"Anmon\" kiritsuke yanagiba is simply the best we have ever seen, period. The 7th generation owner of Nigara Hamono, an art-enthusiast himself, designed this unique pattern in 2008 after being inspired by Andy Warhol's artwork as well as the Anmon Waterfalls adjacent to the city of Hirosaki, where Nigara was founded 350 years ago. The fit and finish of this knife are simply second to none - from fluidly polished choil to the amazingly unique and ultimately refined Damascus steel that wraps around the spine, not to mention beautiful grind and smooth tapering. With Gin3 (Silver #3) steel, you get similar hardness and some of the characteristics of Shirogami #2, but with stainless \/ rust resistance properties, making this knife much easier to maintain. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInspired by traditional Japanese katanas, the kiritsuke yanagiba has a wider blade than most other sushi\/sashimi knives. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThe level of polishing has gone up even further in the last few years, and these \"Anmon\" knives have to be seen to be truly appreciated. You'll be mesmerized.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Nigara Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa (吉澤 剛)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Kiritsuke Yanagiba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Awase (Kasumi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Single Bevel (Right-handed)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Ginsan (Silver #3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 62 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamascus (\"Anmon\" Pattern)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKurosome (Black Etched)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e270\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm (10.6\") \/ \u003c\/span\u003e300mm (11.8\")\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \/ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e330mm (13\") \/ 360mm (14.2\")\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 39mm\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e39mm\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \/ 43mm\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \/47mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 3.7\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm \/ \u003c\/span\u003e4.2mm\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\/ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e4.5mm\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \/ 4.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 3.4\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm \/ 3\u003c\/span\u003e.7mm\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \/ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e4.0mm\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \/ 4.0mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa \/ Tsukajiri: Buffalo Horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGinmaki: Nickel Copper (x3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 145mm \/ \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e145mm\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \/ \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e153mm\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \/ \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e160mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 425mm\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\/ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e453\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \/ 489mm\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \/ 530mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 294\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eg (10.37oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\/ \u003c\/span\u003e308g (10.86oz)\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\/ 340g (11.994oz)\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \/ \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e356g (12.56oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark: In Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eNigara Made\u003c\/em\u003e\" (二唐作)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Nigara Hamono 二唐刃物\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith 350 years of history, starting from making swords for Tsugaru clan in the early Edo period, Nigara Hamono has passed down knowhow and skills for eight generations. Its 5th generation blacksmith Kunitoshi Nigara was a legendary sword maker, earning a long list of accolades, honorary titles and knighthood. The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has keen interests in art and music. Nigara’s famous Anmon design is the result of Toshiju’s love for Andy Warhol’s artworks. The family business’ expansion into construction steelworks has given Nigara unmatched access to in-house knowhow when it comes to advanced finishing. All these set Nigara apart as one of the most special knife makers in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGinsan\u003c\/strong\u003e (Gin3 or Silver #3) is a stainless carbon steel, with 14% added Chromium. Retaining the character of Japanese carbon steel, with similar hardness of Shirogami #2, Ginsan is stainless. It's edge retention is only slightly inferior to Shirogami #2, but the fact that it combines ease of sharpening, carbon steel character as well being stainless makes it a great choice for those who wish to have a Japanese carbon steel knife that is easy to maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara Hamono","offers":[{"title":"270mm","offer_id":42799112323291,"sku":"NRG3KDEKY270GEOK","price":859.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":41291914444981,"sku":"NRG3KDEKY300GEOK","price":919.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"330mm","offer_id":42799112356059,"sku":"NRG3KDEKY330GEOK","price":1009.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"360mm","offer_id":42799112388827,"sku":"NRG3KDEKY360GEOK","price":1089.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/products\/NRG3KDEKY300GEOK001_f75845fd-cf16-43c8-ac2d-006a60efa089.jpg?v=1691742766"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-hienn-aogami-2-mirror-finish-300mm-kiritsuke-yanagiba-with-ebony-handle-and-kuroishime-saya","title":"Itsuo Doi \/ Sakai Takayuki \"Hienn\" Aogami #2 Mirror-Finish 300mm Kiritsuke Yanagiba with Ebony Handle and Kuroishime Saya","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSakai Takayuki’s “Hienn” Kiritsuke Yanagiba is handcrafted by the renowned Sakai blacksmith Itsuo Doi, son of legendary blacksmith Keijiro Doi. Itsuo Doi is a master of single bevel traditional Japanese knives. This Takayuki \"Hienn\" is a great example of Doi's extraordinary hand forging, welding and grinding works. The knife is hand-sharpened and mirror-polished by \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003erenowned Sakai sharpening and polishing master \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMitsuo Yamatsuka. Comes with custom-fitted \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKuroishime saya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): \u003cspan\u003eSakai, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Sakai Takayuki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel No.: 02235\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCraftsman: Mr. Itsuo Doi 土井逸夫\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSharpener: Mr. Mitsuo Yamatsuka 山塚 光雄\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Kiritsuke Yanagiba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Awase (Kasumi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Single Bevel (Right-handed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Aogami #2 (Blue #2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Soft Iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 61-62 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-grinded, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKyomen (Mirror)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKasumi\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 300mm (11.8\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 39mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 4.3mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 3.6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e Black Buffalo Horn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 145mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 456mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 289g (10.19oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eEngraved Mark (Front)\u003c\/span\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eIn Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eTrademark Sakai \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eTakayuki\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" (登録 堺孝行)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark (Back):\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Japanese Kanji \"\u003cem\u003eSakai \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eTakayuki Blue#2\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" (堺孝行 青二鋼)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes Custom fitted Kuroishime Saya made by Sakai Takayuki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Itsuo Doi 土井逸夫\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in 1948, Itsuo Doi is the third-generation Doi blacksmith who became an apprentice under his father - the celebrated Sakai blacksmith\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeijiro Doi. Having mastered the secret techniques of the Doi family, Itsuo Koi has become a master of blade-making with a focus on Aogami steels and single bevel traditional Japanese blades. Certified as a traditional craftsman in 2013, Mr. Doi makes blade primarily for Sakai Takayuki.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Sakai Takayuki 堺 孝行\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSakai Takayuki is Sakai's top knife maker and artisan workshop. Japan's Sakai region has a knife making history of 600 years. Among these knife makers, Sakai Takayuki is a representative of Sakai's long history of making blades. The quality of the finish and details of the forging technique are handed down over generations of fine craftsmen. Today Sakai Takayuki is sold to over 100 countries around the world. Their uncompromising knife making passion has attracted passionate customers beyond the border of Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAogami #2\u003c\/strong\u003e (Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e stainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. 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Yoshihiro’s exceptional attention to detail is showcased in the elegant Damascus Kyomen (mirror) finish and Kasumi polish. The Damascus jigane wrapped around the core to the back of the knife (Jiai area) in this awase-construction knife, which is exquisite. The choil is so well polished that it's mirror reflective. 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It certainly is the case with Mr. Yoshihiro Yauji. Born in 1983, Yauji-san developed an interest in DIY as a child, and he gradually fell in love with tools made of steel. He found a very special connection with knives because knives in his own words \"represent the starting point of mankind\" (人間の原点). \"From the Stone Age, human-beings started using knives to cut trees and eventually led to the development of civilization\", said Yauji-san. In 2003, Yauji-san became an apprentice of Master Hideo Kitaoka, who is considered one of the best artisans in Japan. After more than 15 years of training, Yauji-san finally started making knives independently in 2019. It’s worth noting that he does forging, grinding, finishing, and sharpening, all by himself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAogami #2\u003c\/strong\u003e (Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. 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Its 5th generation blacksmith Kunitoshi Nigara was a legendary sword maker, earning a long list of accolades, honorary titles and knighthood. The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has keen interests in art and music. Nigara’s famous Anmon design is the result of Toshiju’s love for Andy Warhol’s artworks. The family business’ expansion into construction steelworks has given Nigara unmatched access to in-house knowhow when it comes to advanced finishing. All these set Nigara apart as one of the most special knife makers in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAogami #2\u003c\/strong\u003e (Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. 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Using Aogami #2 as core steel, clad in soft iron, the blade was heat-treated to 62-63 HRC for superb edge retention. The beautiful distal tapering and edge geometry ensure a superb cutting performance, and the Kurouchi Tsuchime finish gives this knife a characterful accent. The wa-handle is made of burnt Japanese Oak wood, coated with Urushi. 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Japan's Sakai region has a knife making history of 600 years. Among these knife makers, Sakai Takayuki is a representative of Sakai's long history of making blades. The quality of the finish and details of the forging technique are handed down over generations of fine craftsmen. Today Sakai Takayuki is sold to over 100 countries around the world. Their uncompromising knife making passion has attracted passionate customers beyond the border of Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAogami #2\u003c\/strong\u003e (Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. It is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e stainless, therefore you must wipe your knife dry after each use, in particular the core steel not covered by the stainless cladding. 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The blade then went through a gentle kurosome progress to enhance the appearance of the hamon line. The result is a magnificent Fuji Mountain ripple that is visible on both sides of the blade. The Shirogami #1 steel is known for its exceptional purity and edge retention. There are only a handful of blacksmith in Japan who could make quality mizu-honyaki blade like this. Paired with a beautiful black ebony handle with blue dyed pakka wood handle kuchiwa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Nigara Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa (吉澤 剛)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Kiritsuke Yanagiba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Mizu-Honyaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Single Bevel (Right-handed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel Type: Shirogami #1 (White #1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 62-63 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-ground, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNami Ukashi Ripple Finish (Cloudy Mount Fuji)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKurosome (Black Etched)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 290mm (11.4\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 41mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 4.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 3.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa: Blue Pakka Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 146mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 449mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 254g (8.95oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Nigara Hamono 二唐刃物\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith 350 years of history, starting from making swords for Tsugaru clan in the early Edo period, Nigara Hamono has passed down knowhow and skills for eight generations. Its 5th generation blacksmith Kunitoshi Nigara was a legendary sword maker, earning a long list of accolades, honorary titles and knighthood. The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has keen interests in art and music. Nigara’s famous Anmon design is the result of Toshiju’s love for Andy Warhol’s artworks. The family business’ expansion into construction steelworks has given Nigara unmatched access to in-house knowhow when it comes to advanced finishing. All these set Nigara apart as one of the most special knife makers in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShirogami #1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (white #1) steel is one of the popular types of high carbon steel found in Japanese kitchen knives (Wa Knives). It is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e stainless, therefore you must wipe your knife dry after each use, in particular the core steel not covered by the stainless cladding. Patina will develop over time, which will appear as “discoloration” on the cutting edge, but that is the nature of carbon steel - not a defect. The stainless cladding covers a large part of the blade, making maintenance easier but still preserving the cutting and sharpening pleasure of the Shirogami core.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. 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Its 5th generation blacksmith Kunitoshi Nigara was a legendary sword maker, earning a long list of accolades, honorary titles and knighthood. The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has keen interests in art and music. Nigara’s famous Anmon design is the result of Toshiju’s love for Andy Warhol’s artworks. The family business’ expansion into construction steelworks has given Nigara unmatched access to in-house knowhow when it comes to advanced finishing. All these set Nigara apart as one of the most special knife makers in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAogami #2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. Despite some corrosion resistant quality (for a carbon steel), it is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003estainless, therefore you should wipe your knife dry after each use. Patina will develop over time. Rust may develop if left in prolonged contact with water or acidic food. Use a rust eraser to clean if rusts develop. Avoid cutting into bones, frozen foods, hard fruit pit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. AVOID glass, metal, countertops, and other rigid, non-forgiving surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSharpening:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend sharpening all quality Japanese knives on whetstones, as we believe they yield the best results for your knives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nigara Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44171792580827,"sku":"NRA2KDMKY300GLOU","price":849.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1887\/6512\/files\/NRA2SDPKY300GLOU001_e4a33211-79c8-44be-b658-a89df930c1e4.jpg?v=1738050950"},{"product_id":"nigara-aogami-2-migaki-twisted-mirror-damascus-270mm-kirisuke-yanagiba-with-blue-stabilized-wood-handle","title":"Nigara Aogami #2 Migaki Twisted Mirror Damascus 270mm Kirisuke Yanagiba with Blue Stabilized Wood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwisted Damascus is renowned for its intricate production process; it is crafted by twisting two or more types of steel together instead of by layering and folding like regular Damascus steel. 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Its 5th generation blacksmith Kunitoshi Nigara was a legendary sword maker, earning a long list of accolades, honorary titles and knighthood. The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has keen interests in art and music. Nigara’s famous Anmon design is the result of Toshiju’s love for Andy Warhol’s artworks. The family business’ expansion into construction steelworks has given Nigara unmatched access to in-house knowhow when it comes to advanced finishing. All these set Nigara apart as one of the most special knife makers in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGinsan\u003c\/strong\u003e (Gin3 or Silver #3) is a stainless carbon steel, with 14% added Chromium. Retaining the character of Japanese carbon steel, with similar hardness of Shirogami #2, Ginsan is stainless. It's edge retention is only slightly inferior to Shirogami #2, but the fact that it combines ease of sharpening, carbon steel character as well being stainless makes it a great choice for those who wish to have a Japanese carbon steel knife that is easy to maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCutting Surface:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended cutting surface: wood, rubberized boards and high-end composites, and quality plastics such as polyethene make acceptable cutting surfaces, and will help protect and prolong knife’s edge. 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The blade then went through a gentle kurosome progress to enhance the appearance of the hamon line. The result is a magnificent Fuji Mountain ripple that is visible on both sides of the blade. The Aogami #2 steel is known for its exceptional hardness and edge retention. There are only a handful of blacksmith in Japan who could make quality mizu-honyaki blade like this, especially when paired with harder steel like the Aogami #2. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Nigara Hamono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa (吉澤 剛)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Kiritsuke Yanagiba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Mizu-Honyaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Single Bevel (Right-handed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel Type: Aogami #2 (Blue #2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 63-64 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-forged, hand-ground, hand-sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNami Ukashi Ripple Finish (Mount Fuji)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKurosome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 286mm (11.3\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 40mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 4.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle: 3.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Hachikaku (Octagonal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKuchiwa: Violet Pakka Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 146mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 449mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 248g (8.74oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Nigara Hamono 二唐刃物\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith 350 years of history, starting from making swords for Tsugaru clan in the early Edo period, Nigara Hamono has passed down knowhow and skills for eight generations. Its 5th generation blacksmith Kunitoshi Nigara was a legendary sword maker, earning a long list of accolades, honorary titles and knighthood. The current (8th) generation blacksmith — Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa is supported by his father Toshiju Yoshizawa who has keen interests in art and music. Nigara’s famous Anmon design is the result of Toshiju’s love for Andy Warhol’s artworks. The family business’ expansion into construction steelworks has given Nigara unmatched access to in-house knowhow when it comes to advanced finishing. All these set Nigara apart as one of the most special knife makers in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAogami #2\u003c\/strong\u003e (Blue #2) steel is a premium Japanese high carbon steel for knife making. 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