{"title":"Shirogami #2 (White Carbon Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite steel is the purest of the carbon steels. The ingredients are mostly just iron and carbon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShirogami is among the easiest of steels to sharpen and is capable of achieving the most perfect mirror finished edge. This steel can be forged to incredible hardness, which translates to exceptional edge retention. Why do you think knife and sword makers love this steel? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial care must be taken with carbon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e knives as they are reactive and prone to rust. \u003cstrong\u003eMake sure to wipe off the blade regularly during use as well as wash and dry it thoroughly when you're done.\u003c\/strong\u003e However, after a nice strong patina has formed on the blade they are less likely to rust. Patina is your friend!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSteel Composition -  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCarbon (C) 1.05–1.15%, Silicon (Si) 0.1–0.2%, Manganese (Mn) 0.2–0.3%\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"masakage-yuki-ko-bunka-130mm","title":"Masakage Yuki Ko-Bunka 130mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Masakage Yuki - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you pick up the Yuki, you’ll notice just how light it is. The steel is hammered thinner than your average knife, which lets it fly through dense veggies with ease. Shirogami, or ‘white carbon’ in English, is a very traditional steel prized by blacksmiths and knife nerds alike for its great edge retention and legendary sharpness. Yuki knives are clad in softer stainless steel, so only the very edge has to be kept dry to prevent rust. This line is one of our most popular and a frequent gateway into the world of hand-hammered knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The name Yuki (meaning ‘snow’ in Japanese) comes from the frosty looking ‘nashiji,’ or ‘pear skin,’ finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoshimi Kato is the son-in-law and successor of Hiroshi Kato, one of the founders of Takefu Knife Village. The transition from apprentice to master blacksmith and company head has been seamless for Yoshimi-san. He tells me that he strives to continuously improve his skill day-by-day, and I look forward to working with the next generation of Kato for decades to come! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoshimi-san is a quiet man, calmly pushing forward at a steady pace and speaking more through his knives than his words. And boy, do they speak! Yoshimi-san’s knives are among the most gorgeous, laser-like blades I’ve ever handled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAbout the Shape -\u003c\/b\u003e The Ko-Bunka is a smaller version of a Bunka. Any guesses on what “Ko” means in Japanese? You nailed it! It translates to “small.” This little knife is awesome because it still gives you knuckle clearance on the cutting board. Making sure you can mince garlic and comfortably chop veggies. A badass love child of the Bunka and Petty knife, it works for smaller jobs in the hand or as an all-purpose blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masakage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5284166532,"sku":"MAY130KBU","price":310.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/yukikobunka.jpg?v=1743609135"},{"product_id":"masakage-yuki-kamagata-110mm","title":"Masakage Yuki Kamagata 110mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Shape - \u003c\/b\u003eShallots, garlic, herbs, itty bitty diced onion and tomato, beef tartare… none can stand up to the small but mighty Kamagata. The flatness along the edge and its height makes it ideal for chopping, and its flat-out adorable size makes it easy to wield for cooks of all sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Masakage Yuki - \u003c\/b\u003e This line has been named Yuki (snow) due to the frosty Nashiji finish, paired with the white magnolia handle. The splash of red pakka gives it a feeling of drama, like the final scene of Kill Bill: Volume 1\u003cbr\u003eHandmade with a hard Shirogami (white) carbon steel and clad in a softer stainless steel, the Yukis are a customer favourite. You get the superior edge retention, easy sharpening and a silky smooth cut of a carbon-steel blade, with only minor maintenance required on the edge of the knife. It’s a genius way to make a knife. Keep the edge dry and you'll be singing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masakage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5297154948,"sku":"MAY110KA","price":359.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/yukikamagata.jpg?v=1743609126"},{"product_id":"masakage-yuki-petty-120mm","title":"Masakage Yuki Petty 120mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Masakage Yuki - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you pick up the Yuki, you’ll notice just how light it is. The steel is hammered thinner than your average knife, which lets it fly through dense veggies with ease. Shirogami, or ‘white carbon’ in English, is a very traditional steel prized by blacksmiths and knife nerds alike for its great edge retention and legendary sharpness. Yuki knives are clad in softer stainless steel, so only the very edge has to be kept dry to prevent rust. This line is one of our most popular and a frequent gateway into the world of hand-hammered knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The name Yuki (meaning ‘snow’ in Japanese) comes from the frosty looking ‘nashiji,’ or ‘pear skin,’ finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoshimi Kato is the son-in-law and successor of Hiroshi Kato, one of the founders of Takefu Knife Village. The transition from apprentice to master blacksmith and company head has been seamless for Yoshimi-san. He tells me that he strives to continuously improve his skill day-by-day, and I look forward to working with the next generation of Kato for decades to come! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoshimi-san is a quiet man, calmly pushing forward at a steady pace and speaking more through his knives than his words. And boy, do they speak! Yoshimi-san’s knives are among the most gorgeous, laser-like blades I’ve ever handled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAbout the Shape -\u003c\/b\u003e This is the knife for smaller jobs that are done on a cutting board. Perfect for slicing shallots, cutting herbs, and boning smaller proteins. Additionally, Petty knives are an indispensable tool for those who feel uncomfortable wielding a larger chef knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masakage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5297160388,"sku":"MAY120PE","price":298.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/yukipetty120.jpg?v=1743609126"},{"product_id":"masakage-yuki-honesuki-150mm","title":"Masakage Yuki Honesuki 150mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Masakage Yuki - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you pick up the Yuki, you’ll notice just how light it is. The steel is hammered thinner than your average knife, which lets it fly through dense veggies with ease. Shirogami, or ‘white carbon’ in English, is a very traditional steel prized by blacksmiths and knife nerds alike for its great edge retention and legendary sharpness. Yuki knives are clad in softer stainless steel, so only the very edge has to be kept dry to prevent rust. This line is one of our most popular and a frequent gateway into the world of hand-hammered knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The name Yuki (meaning ‘snow’ in Japanese) comes from the frosty looking ‘nashiji,’ or ‘pear skin,’ finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoshimi Kato is the son-in-law and successor of Hiroshi Kato, one of the founders of Takefu Knife Village. The transition from apprentice to master blacksmith and company head has been seamless for Yoshimi-san. He tells me that he strives to continuously improve his skill day-by-day, and I look forward to working with the next generation of Kato for decades to come! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoshimi-san is a quiet man, calmly pushing forward at a steady pace and speaking more through his knives than his words. And boy, do they speak! Yoshimi-san’s knives are among the most gorgeous, laser-like blades I’ve ever handled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAbout the Shape -\u003c\/b\u003e The Honesuki is a Japanese style boning knife. Originally designed for poultry and small animals like rabbit, it excels for many larger butchering and fish filleting work. It has a relatively thick heel for scraping meat from bones, and a thinner tip for precise cuts. 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As a young craftsman, his role models were Nagashima and Shigeyoshi Iwasaki of Sanjo. They enjoy an excellent reputation in Echigo and have done a great deal to advance the knife maker’s art in Sanjo. Tsukasa Hinoura, born in 1956, works in Sanjo in Niigata Prefecture, has been practicing his trade for 33 years. His blades are known for a refined and long lived edge. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHinoura san consciously rejects the prefabricated Damascus steel blanks, referred to as “sekisouk-ko”, commonly used in Japan. Many of the country’s knife makers and industrial manufactures that produce Damascus blades use this “instant recipe”, but neglect to make this clear to customers.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach knife in the series “River Jump” is a one of a kind example of the Japanese knife making art. Hinoura san is among the world’s few knife makers who are skilled in the time honoured Damascus techniques involving torsion. With river jump, he has taken the method even further. 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Tsukasa Hinoura, born in 1956, works in Sanjo in Niigata Prefecture, has been practicing his trade for 33 years. His blades are known for a refined and long lived edge. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHinoura san consciously rejects the prefabricated Damascus steel blanks, referred to as “sekisouk-ko”, commonly used in Japan. Many of the country’s knife makers and industrial manufactures that produce Damascus blades use this “instant recipe”, but neglect to make this clear to customers.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach knife in the series “River Jump” is a one of a kind example of the Japanese knife making art. Hinoura san is among the world’s few knife makers who are skilled in the time honoured Damascus techniques involving torsion. With river jump, he has taken the method even further. By means of torsion, he combines a multi layered Damascus bar with solid mono steel bar. 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His blades are known for a refined and long-lived edge. His knives are highly sought after in Japan and Europe, and will soon have the same reputation in Canada. Hinoura-san represents the third generation of his family‘s forging tradition. As a young craftsman, his role models were Nagashima and Shigeyoshi Iwasaki of Sanjo. They enjoy an excellent reputation in Echigo and have done a great deal to advance the knife maker’s art in Sanjo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA province in the northern part of central Japan, historically named Echigo, is by no means just another knife making region. There, the art of forging looks back on 700 years of tradition. The city of Sanjo is situated in this province, in today’s Niigata prefecture. 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The steel is hammered thinner than your average knife, which lets it fly through dense veggies with ease. Shirogami, or ‘white carbon’ in English, is a very traditional steel prized by blacksmiths and knife nerds alike for its great edge retention and legendary sharpness. Yuki knives are clad in softer stainless steel, so only the very edge has to be kept dry to prevent rust. This line is one of our most popular and a frequent gateway into the world of hand-hammered knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The name Yuki (meaning ‘snow’ in Japanese) comes from the frosty looking ‘nashiji,’ or ‘pear skin,’ finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoshimi Kato is the son-in-law and successor of Hiroshi Kato, one of the founders of Takefu Knife Village. The transition from apprentice to master blacksmith and company head has been seamless for Yoshimi-san. He tells me that he strives to continuously improve his skill day-by-day, and I look forward to working with the next generation of Kato for decades to come! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoshimi-san is a quiet man, calmly pushing forward at a steady pace and speaking more through his knives than his words. And boy, do they speak! Yoshimi-san’s knives are among the most gorgeous, laser-like blades I’ve ever handled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAbout the Shape -\u003c\/b\u003e This is the knife for smaller jobs that are done on a cutting board. Perfect for slicing shallots, cutting herbs, and boning smaller proteins. 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He now forge-welds all of his carbon steel knives in-house and finishes his bevel with a variety of different whetstones, all by hand. His care and attention to detail are immediately evident when you handle one of his knives: while rustic in appearance, each one has been lovingly polished and perfected. Once you put them to work, his passion and skill come through even more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMazaki san prefers to work with the more traditional Shirogami #2 to craft his knives and often leaves the rough, burned ‘kurouchi’ finish from the forge. Not just used for tradition’s sake, Shirogami is capable of insane sharpness and edge retention. It’s easily one of my favourite knife steels; it cuts beautifully, but it also changes with time, building a patina totally unique to you and the food you cook.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the shape -\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Inspired by the profile of a traditional European chef knife, gyutos are a multi-purpose knife with a slight meat cutting bias and “gyuto” even translates to “cow sword”. If you want one knife to do it all, This is it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe longer blade typically gives the blade a forward balance that allows it to work for you. While the blade would ideally be slid forward or back while cutting, they are also great for folks that prefer to 'rock' their knife while cutting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 210mm Gyuto is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea great larger knife for home cooks, or a standard size for professionals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Naoki Mazaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":4370961367068,"sku":"GSMAZW2NAW210GY","price":395.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/files\/Mazaki-.Shiro-Nashiji-210-gyuto-1.jpg?v=1721661133"},{"product_id":"anryu-w2-kurouchi-damascus-honesuki-150mm","title":"Anryu Hamono Shirogami Kurouchi Damascus Honesuki 150mm","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Shape -\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Honesuki is a Japanese style boning knife. Originally designed for poultry and small animals like rabbit, it excels for many larger butchering and fish filleting work. It has a relatively thick heel for scraping meat from bones, and a thinner tip for precise cuts. You don't want to force this knife through bone, but it's perfect for cutting through cartilage and tendons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the Maker\u003c\/strong\u003e - I\u003c\/span\u003ekeda-san has been learning from Anryu-san since 2007 in the legendary knife-making area known as\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/collections\/takefu-knife-village?offset=24\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/collections\/takefu-knife-village?offset=24\"\u003eTakefu Knife Village.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn January of 2021, Anryu-san passed the reigns on Anryu-hamono to his nephew \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/collections\/ikeda\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/collections\/ikeda\"\u003eIkeda-san\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. For years Ikeda-san has been forging the majority of Anryu knives, and we are excited to see how he drives the company forward into the future.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIkeda-san uses a coke fire, as his master Anryu-san has trained him, and he loves to make Damascus steel-style blades. It’s a fun way for blacksmiths to show off their talents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKnife Shape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/collections\/honesuki\"\u003eHonesuki\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e150mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlade Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSteel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/collections\/2-shirogami-white-carbon\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/collections\/2-shirogami-white-carbon\"\u003eShirogami #2 (White Carbon Steel)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRockwell Hardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e61:63\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Shape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWa (Japanese) Handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlacksmith\/Maker\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/collections\/ikeda\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/collections\/ikeda\"\u003eTakumi Ikeda\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Anryu Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8122174111845,"sku":"GSANRW2KUDA150HO","price":249.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"masakage-yuki-gyuto-240mm","title":"Masakage Yuki Gyuto 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Masakage Yuki - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you pick up the Yuki, you’ll notice just how light it is. The steel is hammered thinner than your average knife, which lets it fly through dense veggies with ease. Shirogami, or ‘white carbon’ in English, is a very traditional steel prized by blacksmiths and knife nerds alike for its great edge retention and legendary sharpness. Yuki knives are clad in softer stainless steel, so only the very edge has to be kept dry to prevent rust. This line is one of our most popular and a frequent gateway into the world of hand-hammered knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The name Yuki (meaning ‘snow’ in Japanese) comes from the frosty looking ‘nashiji,’ or ‘pear skin,’ finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoshimi Kato is the son-in-law and successor of Hiroshi Kato, one of the founders of Takefu Knife Village. The transition from apprentice to master blacksmith and company head has been seamless for Yoshimi-san. He tells me that he strives to continuously improve his skill day-by-day, and I look forward to working with the next generation of Kato for decades to come! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoshimi-san is a quiet man, calmly pushing forward at a steady pace and speaking more through his knives than his words. And boy, do they speak! Yoshimi-san’s knives are among the most gorgeous, laser-like blades I’ve ever handled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAbout the Shape -\u003c\/b\u003e Inspired by the profile of a traditional European chef knife, Gyutos are a multi purpose knife with a slight meat cutting bias. “Gyuto” translates to “cow sword.” If you want one knife to do it all, This is it. Starting at 180mm, Gyutos can reach the ridiculously long (and awesome) 370mm. For the at-home or professional cook, we recommend a Gyuto which measures between 210mm and 270mm long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masakage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8207974137957,"sku":"MAY240GY","price":497.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/yukigyuto2401.jpg?v=1670964186"},{"product_id":"mazaki-w2-nashiji-nakiri-165mm","title":"Mazaki Shirogami Nashiji Kurouchi Nakiri 165mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Mazaki San - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThough a relatively young knifemaker, Naoki Mazaki works hard to preserve traditional ways of crafting blades. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2017, after years of training and preparation, Mazaki-san finally opened his own workshop. He now forge-welds all of his carbon steel knives in-house and finishes his bevel with a variety of different whetstones, all by hand. His care and attention to detail are immediately evident when you handle one of his knives: while rustic in appearance, each one has been lovingly polished and perfected. Once you put them to work, his passion and skill come through even more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMazaki san prefers to work with the more traditional Shirogami #2 to craft his knives and often leaves the rough, burned ‘kurouchi’ finish from the forge. Not just used for tradition’s sake, Shirogami is capable of insane sharpness and edge retention. It’s easily one of my favourite knife steels; it cuts beautifully, but it also changes with time, building a patina totally unique to you and the food you cook.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the shape - \u003c\/strong\u003eUnder utilized in the western kitchen, the nakiri’s flat blade is meant for the push\/pull chopping of vegetables. Since the entire flat edge of the knife touches the cutting board at once, you won't be turning the vegetable into an 'accordion', still connected like a paper doll after you've cut them. The added weight of the blade allows it to fall through food more easily while you chop, so the knife does more of the work for you!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Naoki Mazaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38097313726638,"sku":"GSMAZW2NAW165NA-1","price":345.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/files\/Mazaki-.Shiro-Nashiji-165-nakiri-1.jpg?v=1721661113"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-shironi-honyaki-yanagiba-270mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki Shironi Honyaki Yanagiba 270mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Sakai Takayuki Shironi Honyaki -\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this knife we specially requested the material and quenching method, blacksmith, and sharpener. There really are no other knives like these ones and they are a great addition to any serious collector’s kitchen. Just because they’re fancy doesn’t mean you shouldn’t use them. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/blogs\/knife-knowledge-101\/honyaki-the-kitchen-katana\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRead more about this knife here.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSakai Takayuki is well-known as the largest knife maker in Sakai. The company hosts a number of blacksmiths and craftsmen who work together to create a huge array of knives. Although the Sakai region traditionally specializes in single-bevel blades, Sakai Takayuki makes many different shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Shape -\u003c\/b\u003eYanagibas are long, thin, single-bevel knives ground and sharpened on one side. Translating to “willow’s leaf,” they’re graceful and elegant like their name suggests. Yanagibas are commonly used for slicing sashimi, but can also be used for carving other meats like roast beef and prime rib.\n","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21828074602544,"sku":"SATW2HON270YA","price":1776.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/files\/Sakai-Takayuki-Shironi-honyaki-yanagiba-270mm-1.jpg?v=1758044444"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-shironi-honyaki-gyuto-210mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki Shironi Honyaki Gyuto 210mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Sakai Takayuki Shironi Honyaki - \u003c\/b\u003eFor this knife we specially requested the material and quenching method, blacksmith, and sharpener. There really are no other knives like these ones and they are a great addition to any serious collector’s kitchen. Just because they’re fancy doesn’t mean you shouldn’t use them. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/blogs\/knife-knowledge-101\/honyaki-the-kitchen-katana\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRead more about this knife here.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSakai Takayuki is well-known as the largest knife maker in Sakai. The company hosts a number of blacksmiths and craftsmen who work together to create a huge array of knives. Although the Sakai region traditionally specializes in single-bevel blades, Sakai Takayuki makes many different shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21828074635312,"sku":"SATW2HON210GY","price":1858.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/files\/Sakai-Takayuki-Shironi-honyaki-gyuto-210mm-1.jpg?v=1758044420"},{"product_id":"anryu-w2-kurouchi-damascus-gyuto-240mm","title":"Anryu Hamono Shirogami Kurouchi Damascus  Gyuto 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Shape:\u003c\/b\u003e Inspired by the profile of a traditional European chef knife, Gyutos are a multi purpose knife with a slight meat cutting bias. “Gyuto” translates to “cow sword.” If you want one knife to do it all, This is it. Starting at 180mm, Gyutos can reach the ridiculously long (and awesome) 370mm. For the at-home or professional cook, we recommend a Gyuto which measures between 210mm and 270mm long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Maker\u003c\/strong\u003e - I\u003c\/span\u003ekeda-san has been learning from Anryu-san since 2007 in the legendary knife-making area known as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/collections\/takefu-knife-village?offset=24\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/collections\/takefu-knife-village?offset=24\"\u003eTakefu Knife Village.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn January of 2021, Anryu-san passed the reigns on Anryu-hamono to his nephew \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/collections\/ikeda\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/collections\/ikeda\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIkeda-san\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. For years Ikeda-san has been forging the majority of Anryu knives, and we are excited to see how he drives the company forward into the future.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIkeda-san uses a coke fire, as his master Anryu-san has trained him, and he loves to make Damascus steel-style blades. It’s a fun way for blacksmiths to show off their talents.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anryu Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":22949201870896,"sku":"ANRW2KRDMJA240GY","price":343.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/anryu-kurouchi-damascus-gyuto-210_2531474a-a820-4502-8ebd-0f61cd5b338b.jpg?v=1666646204"},{"product_id":"anryu-w2-mega-long-nakiri-400mm","title":"Anryu Hamono Shirogami Mega Long Nakiri 400mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Shape -\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A Nakiri is a vegetable knife. Underutilized in the Western kitchen, the Nakiri’s flat blade is meant for the push\/pull chopping of vegetables. Since the entire flat edge of the knife kisses the cutting board at once, you won't be turning the vegetable into an accordion. Accordion vegetables are still connected like a paper doll after you're “done” cutting them. To truly understand the awesomeness of a Nakiri we recommend making onion soup your first night with the knife. The ease of chopping will blow you away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKnife Shape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/collections\/nakiri\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/collections\/nakiri\"\u003eNakiri\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSteel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/collections\/2-Shirogami-(White-Carbon-Steel)\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/collections\/2-Shirogami-(White-Carbon-Steel)\"\u003e#2 Shirogami (White Carbon Steel)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRockwell Hardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e61:63\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWa (Japanese) Handle, Oval magnolia wood handle with plasttic horn collar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlacksmith\/Maker\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/knifewear.com\/collections\/ikeda\"\u003eTakumi Ikeda\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Anryu Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28538034323504,"sku":"ANRW2JA400MLNA","price":454.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/long-ass-nakiri.jpg?v=1635179662"},{"product_id":"mujun-fuji-higo","title":"Mujun Mt. 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The handle is brass and even has a bottle opener! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n \u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n \u003cbr\u003e\n","brand":"Mujun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30385309351984,"sku":"MJ-001","price":70.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/mujun-higo-1_c23c82b8-61ce-4cb7-9ac1-12d2c0fdc60a.jpg?v=1650703451"},{"product_id":"mazaki-w2-nashiji-gyuto-240mm","title":"Mazaki Shirogami Nashiji Kurouchi Gyuto 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Mazaki San - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThough a relatively young knifemaker, Naoki Mazaki works hard to preserve traditional ways of crafting blades. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2017, after years of training and preparation, Mazaki-san finally opened his own workshop. 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Just keep it dry to void rust!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sakai Takayuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32109214859312,"sku":"ST-05304","price":549.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/9439\/products\/st-uzushio-yani-270-1.jpg?v=1605561584"},{"product_id":"sakai-takayuki-uzushio-yanagiba-240mm","title":"Sakai Takayuki Uzushio Yanagiba 240mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Shape -\u003c\/b\u003eYanagibas are long, thin, single-bevel knives ground and sharpened on one side. Translating to “willow’s leaf,” they’re graceful and elegant like their name suggests. Yanagibas are commonly used for slicing sashimi, but can also be used for carving other meats like roast beef and prime rib.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Sakai Takayuki Uzushio - \u003c\/b\u003eSakai Takayuki is well-known as the largest knife maker in Sakai. 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