| Brand / Blacksmith | Sakai Kikumori |
| Series | Wasiki |
| Knife type | kiritsuke Petty 150mm |
| Blade Length / Total length mm | 145 / 285 |
| Grind | 50 / 50 |
| Finish | Polished |
| Steel type | Stainless MV |
| Forging method | Monosteel |
| HRC hardness | 60 - 62 |
| Handle type / Material / Ferrule | Octagonal / Walnut / Wooden |
| Spine Thickness at heel / tip mm | 1,7 / 0,3 |
| Blade height at heel mm | 29 |
| Weight gr | 63 |
| Notes |
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Sakai knives have been evolving for the last 600 years. Sakai Kikumori is considered as one of the most prestigious manufacturers collaborating with some of the legends in the area of Sakai like blacksmiths Yoshikazu Tanaka, Shiraki and top Japanese sharpener Morihiro. These kind of top cooperations go back to 1925 when the company Kawamura Hamono started. The Wasiki Series are made with AUS-8 stainless steel and they feature an octagonal Wa-handle made of Walnut. One of the most commonly used knives in the kitchen. A small, general-purpose knife used for peeling, shaping, and slicing fruits and vegetables, chopping herbs, and making garnishes that also can be used in handheld cuts. The 150mm size can also play the role of a small Gyuto for small everyday cuts. This special petty has a K-tip for even more precise and delicate cuts
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Out of stockThe founder of Tadafusa, Sone Torasaburo started the company from nothing in the 23rd year of the Showa era in 1948. He made various kinds of knives such as sickles, short swords and kitchen knives by using the forging techniques he learned as an apprentice making hand-forged metal scales. He gradually started to specialize in making fishing knives and then also address a need to create kitchen knives for home and professional use and special knives for Soba up to today. Since the company’s foundation, they strive to create “the best products” for customers by hand through every single process and to make each knife with utmost enthusiasm. The SLD Hammer tone series has one of the most distinctive hammered patterns in Japanese knife making. Each blacksmith has its own Tsuchime pattern. Their Tsuchime is based on geometric diamond pattern, which has been familiar from ancient times in Japan. Hitachi SLD Steel has more chromium than carbon steel such as Blue Paper Steel or White Paper Steel, which means that it is more resistant to rust but not fully stainless (semi stainless). Also, it holds a sharp edge and a long edge retention by its hardness and toughness. It is popular steel for kitchen knives in Japan. The Kiritsuke is a hybrid knife, similar to a Gyuto but with a K-Tip suitable for delicate tasks and ideal for push cutting technique. It is a knife that is used as a multi-purpose knife, suitable for a wide range of tasks. Is shaped for cutting the vast majority of meats, fishes, vegetables and fruits. Can be also used as a slicer alternative to Sujihiki. The 210mm size is the most common and can suit both home cooks and professionals.
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Sharpener Makoto Tadokoro entered the kitchen knife industry at the age of 16, and after 15 years under the training of the legendary sharpener Morihiro -San in Sakai, launched his own brand "Marushin" Became independent in 2010, establishing Tosa Knife Studio Tadokoro Hamono. As a sharpener for more than 28 years, the skills that have been handed down as a Japanese tradition are highly evaluated in the domestic and overseas markets, and his passion for kitchen knives is unparalleled, so he is highly trusted. Today, he has grown into one of Japan's leading sharpeners, recognized by his masters, top Japanese cutlery craftsmen, and chefs. The Ginsan Series are forged by another Master – Satoshi Nakagawa – then handed to Makoto for his unique 30 steps grinding and sharpening process. The result is Masterpieces!! We have selected the Mirror polished version of the series, that are very rare to acquire but showcase Tadokoro – San amazing skills at its best!! They also come with a beautiful Ebony handle, featuring a polished ring and no ferule. The Kiritsuke is a hybrid knife, similar to a Gyuto but with a K-Tip suitable for delicate tasks and ideal for push cutting technique. It is a knife that is used as a multi-purpose knife, suitable for a wide range of tasks. Is shaped for cutting the vast majority of meats, fishes, vegetables and fruits. Can be also used as a slicer alternative to Sujihiki. The 240mm size is suitable for both experienced home cooks and professionals.
Important Notes: Some knives may present a small gap between the blade and the handle. This is called Machi and is common in some cases for Japanese knives. As these knives are polished to a mirror finish, they may present minor / light hairline marks as it is common in this type of finish. Buyers should be aware of that fact before purchasing These knives have a protective lacquer for better protection of the blade. That lacquer may blur the mirror finish and will go away with use or can be removed initially with aceton and white spirit using kitchen paper.Brand / Blacksmith: Tadokoro Hamono Series: Ginsan Knife type: Kiritsuke 240 Blade Length / Total length mm: 226 / 384 Grind: 50 / 50 Finish: Mirror / Kasumi Steel type: Ginsan (Silver - 3) Forging method: San Mai HRC hardness: 62 Handle type / Material / Ferrule: Ebony Mono / Silver Ring Spine Thickness at heel / tip mm: 2,5 / 0,2 Blade height at heel mm: 45 Weight gr: 222 Notes: -
Led by 4th generation blacksmith Kazuomi Yamamoto, Yoshikane Hamono is a Japanese knife making company in Sanjo City, Niigata perfecture with over 100 years history. Founded in 1919 by Shimotajima, Yoshikane Hamono has been hand forging knives for 4 generations. The SKD11 Nashiji series (for which Yoshikane is famous) featured in our e-shop, is a semi-stainless steel with a very high carbon content (1.4 – 1.6), that can reach hardness up to HRC 64. That means excellent edge retention but at the same time this steel is easy to sharpen. It is stainless cladded therefore it requires less maintenance than a carbon steel knife. The fit and finish are impeccable and even though it’s not a laser but rather a sturdy knife, it’s very light and nimble with an impressive tapering down the spine. Very thin behind the edge and razor sharp out of the box. Fitted with a beautiful octagonal Wa Wenge handle. Comes in both single or double bevel versions. A combination knife to perform both the tasks of a slicer (like Sujihiki) and all-rounder (like Gyuto). The most part of the belly is flat to be used with push cuts and with a slightly curved, “K tip” nose it is perfect for small slicing and precise cuts. Recommended mainly for push cut, slice and chopping.
Brand / Blacksmith: Yoshikane Series: SKD Nashiji Knife type: Kiritsuke 210mm Blade Length / Total length (mm): 210 / 362 Grind: 50 / 50 Finish: Nashiji Steel type: SKD Forging method: San Mai HRC hardness: 64 Handle type / Material / Ferrule: Octagonal / Wenge / Horn Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): 3,4 / 0,4 Blade height at heel (mm): 50 Weight (gr): 188 Notes: -
Led by 4th generation blacksmith Kazuomi Yamamoto, Yoshikane Hamono is a Japanese knife making company in Sanjo City, Niigata perfecture with over 100 years history. Founded in 1919 by Shimotajima, Yoshikane Hamono has been hand forging knives for 4 generations. The SKD11 Nashiji series (for which Yoshikane is famous) featured in our e-shop, is a semi-stainless steel with a very high carbon content (1.4 – 1.6), that can reach hardness up to HRC 64. That means excellent edge retention but at the same time this steel is easy to sharpen. It is stainless cladded therefore it requires less maintenance than a carbon steel knife. The fit and finish are impeccable and even though it’s not a laser but rather a sturdy knife, it’s very light and nimble with an impressive tapering down the spine. Very thin behind the edge and razor sharp out of the box. Fitted with a beautiful octagonal Wa Wenge handle. Kiritsuke comes in both single or double bevel versions. A combination knife to perform both the tasks of a slicer (like Sujihiki) and all-rounder (like Gyuto). The most part of the belly is flat to be used with push cuts and with a slightly curved, “K tip” nose it is perfect for small slicing and precise cuts. Recommended mainly for push cut, slice and chopping.
Brand / Blacksmith: Yoshikane Series: SKD Nashiji Knife type: Kiritsuke 240 Blade Length / Total length (mm): 240 / 400 Grind: 50 / 50 Finish: Nashiji Steel type: SKD Forging method: San Mai HRC hardness: 64 Handle type / Material / Ferrule: Octagonal / Wenge / Horn Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): 3.5 / 0.2 Blade height at heel (mm): 55 Weight (gr): 212 Notes: -
Led by 4th generation blacksmith Kazuomi Yamamoto, Yoshikane Hamono is a Japanese knife making company in Sanjo City, Niigata perfecture with over 100 years history. Founded in 1919 by Shimotajima, Yoshikane Hamono has been hand forging knives for 4 generations. The White 2 (Shirogami-2) Nashiji series featured in our e-shop, is a stainless clad knife, made with the easy to sharpen and great edge retention Shirogami 2 core steel that can reach hardness up to HRC 62-63. It is stainless cladded therefore it requires less maintenance than a carbon steel knife. The fit and finish are impeccable and even though it’s not a laser but rather a sturdy knife, it’s very light and nimble with an impressive tapering down the spine. Very thin behind the edge and razor sharp out of the box. This 210mm Kiritsuke made by Yoshikane, combines great looks , excellent sharpness and edge retention as it is made from one the best carbon Japanese steels, the famous White - 2 (Shirogami-2). Fitted with a wenge octagonal handle makes this one a true beauty in the kitchen! An all-around knife that many Japanese but also European cooks choose as their everyday cutting tool.
Brand / Blacksmith: Yoshikane Series: White-2 Knife type: Kiritsuke 210 Blade Length / Total length (mm): 210/365 Grind: 50 / 50 Finish: Nashiji Steel type: White-2 (Stainless clad) Forging method: San Mai HRC hardness: 63 Handle type / Material / Ferrule: Octagonal / Wenge / Horn Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): 3/0,25 Blade height at heel (mm): 50 Weight (gr): 178 Notes: -
Led by 4th generation blacksmith Kazuomi Yamamoto, Yoshikane Hamono is a Japanese knife making company in Sanjo City, Niigata perfecture with over 100 years history. Founded in 1919 by Shimotajima, Yoshikane Hamono has been hand forging knives for 4 generations. The White 2 (Shirogami-2) Nashiji series featured in our e-shop, is a stainless clad knife, made with the easy to sharpen and great edge retention Shirogami 2 core steel that can reach hardness up to HRC 62-63. It is stainless cladded therefore it requires less maintenance than a carbon steel knife. The fit and finish are impeccable and even though it’s not a laser but rather a sturdy knife, it’s very light and nimble with an impressive tapering down the spine. Very thin behind the edge and razor sharp out of the box. This 240mm Kiritsuke made by Yoshikane, combines great looks , excellent sharpness and edge retention as it is made from one the best carbon Japanese steels, the famous White – 2 (Shirogami-2). Fitted with a wenge octagonal handle makes this one a true beauty in the kitchen! An all-around knife that many Japanese but also European cooks choose as their everyday cutting tool.
Brand / Blacksmith: Yoshikane Series: White-2 Nashiji Knife type: Kiritsuke 240 Blade Length / Total length (mm): 241/401 Grind: 50 / 50 Finish: Nashiji Steel type: White-2 (Stainless clad) Forging method: San Mai HRC hardness: 63 Handle type / Material / Ferrule: Octagonal / Wenge / Horn Spine Thickness at heel / tip (mm): 3,1/0,1 Blade height at heel (mm): 58 Weight (gr): 241 Notes:
