About the Maker - Satoshi Nakagawa

Studied under the legendary blacksmith Kenichi Shiraki (白木健一), Satoshi Nakagawa (中川悟志) produces his knives under the brand Nakagawa Hamono (中川打刃物). He is one of an estimated four blacksmiths in the world who can make Mizu-Honyaki Knives out of Shirogami #1 steel.

About the Shape - Santoku

The Santoku (三徳) is a versatile multi-use Japanese knife, famous for the translation of its name, ‘three virtues’. The three virtues are said to refer to the Santoku’s versatility in use for chopping, slicing and dicing, or the primary range of ingredients that it can be used for: fish, meat and vegetables.

About the Steel - Ginsan

Developed by Hitachi Metals in Japan, the Ginsan (Silver #3) is a carbon steel and what makes it special is that it is stainless at the same time. Ginsan is easy to sharpen and has a hardness similar to the Shirogami steels, making it ideal for users who want an easy to maintain steel.

About the Finish - Kasumi

Kasumi (霞) means "mist" and refers to the hazy appearance of the soft steel/iron cladding, in contrast to the fine polished cutting edge.

Nakagawa Ginsan (Silver #3) 180mm Santoku - Teak	$379.00	Sold by Burrfection Store	Ships from Hong Kong
Nakagawa Ginsan (Silver #3) 180mm Santoku - Ebony	$399.00	Sold by Burrfection Store	Ships from Hong Kong

Satoshi Nakagawa Ginsan Kasumi Santoku 180mm

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