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 - Bunka

The Bunka (文化) is a versatile general-purpose Japanese knife and a common variation of the widely popular Santoku knife. It is adept at cutting, chopping, slicing, dicing and mincing foods such as meat, fish, vegetables and herbs.

About the Steel - Shirogami #3

Developed by Hitachi Metals in Japan, the Shirogami (White) No. 3 has a lower carbon content, making it softer and easier to sharpen. It rates at 58–61 HRC.

About the Finish - Mirror

Mirror finish refers to a blade that has been polished to such a high degree that it reflects light, similar to a mirror. This type of finish not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of the knife but also provides practical benefits. It reduces drag when cutting and prevents food from sticking to the blade. The mirror finish is achieved through a meticulous process of grinding and polishing, resulting in a blade with a smooth, shiny, and reflective surface.

Satoshi Nakagawa Shirogami #3 Mirror Bunka 180mm

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