Sakai Kikumori Choyo Kiritsuke 240mm

Sakai knives have been evolving for the last 600 years. Sakai Kikumori (Kawamura Hamono) 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 trusted craftsmen at Sakai Kikumori have combined superlative ease of use and beauty in these knives. They are the jewels of Sakai forged blades and embody the highest realization of the Japanese knife.

We are very proud to introduce the CHOYO knives series forged by Yoshikazu Tanaka and grinded by Morihiro which feature a gleaming mirror finish that is not only beautiful, but also rust resistant. A very pure steel is used for the cutting edge of the knife. Our CHOYO knives are made using Yasugi Specialty Steel Silver-3 (Ginsan), a high-grade cutlery steel that has inherited the traditions of Japanese steel and is perfectly suited for making knives. A selected magnolia traditional handle adds to the overall beauty of these.

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.