About the Maker - Michio Ishikawa

Michio Ishikawa, the fourth-generation proprietor of the Ishikawa knives factory is the last blacksmith in Kami-machi, located in Miyagi prefecture. His technique is certified as a traditional craft of Miyagi prefecture.

About the Shape - Deba

The Deba (出刃) is a sturdy and wide Japanese-style kitchen knife with a thick spine and a sharp blade edge that is pointed at the tip. It is traditionally used for cleaning, filleting and beheading whole fish.

About the Steel - Shirogami #2

Developed by Hitachi Metals in Japan, the Shirogami (White) No. 2 steel is a very popular steel among Japanese knife makers. Reasons behind its popularity include easy to sharpen and good edge retention. Special care must be taken as knives made with this steel is prone to rust.

About the Finish - Migaki

Migaki (磨き) means polished but not necessarily as finely polished like a mirror finish. The finish gives knives a minimalist and elegant look though the degree of polishing varies from one blacksmith to the next.

Michio Ishikawa Shirogami #2 Migaki Deba 165mm

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