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 - Yanagiba

The Yanagiba (柳刃) is a traditional-style Japanese sashimi knife with a thin and long blade that is mainly used to slice boneless fish fillets for sashimi or nigiri sushi.

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 - Tsuchime

Tsuchime (槌目) refers to a hammered finish. This could be a result from the forging process or be added/hand-hammered by the blacksmith to create an indented and unique finish.

Satoshi Nakagawa Ginsan Tsuchime Yanagiba 180mm

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