Shizu Hamono Gen Nakiri 170mm

Seki City, located in the middle basin of the Nagara River, is regarded as one of the world’s three major cutlery centers.

Knifes in SEKI has been special since they follow in the footsteps of the first craftsman back 780 years ago. Master sword smith Hiroshige moved to Seki from Kyusyu and began making swords. Blacksmith of Seki and Seki city honor the Hiroshige as a founder of sword smith of Seki.

The secret behind the international success of the blade industry here in Seki lies in its roots as a sword-production center manufactures have harnessed the ancient knowledge and techniques of Japanese swordsmiths and are able to combine it with modern day technology to create high-quality cutlery and blades.

Way back in the 50s, he founder of SHIZU grew in SEKI city, the city of blacksmith, and naturally became a craftsman. Swords of SEKI were known as Dose NOT Snap, Dose NOT Bend and Do Cut well, so the founder showed his respect by naming his company after an ancient blacksmith.

Gen (玄) means BLACK and EXPERT in Japan.

The distinctive iron black and Damascus pattern make you feel the beauty and depth of Japanese harmony. Made of 33 Layers of Damascus steel with VG-10 core and Laminated Wood Handle

Japanese traditional handle shape of chestnut naturally grips the hand, and the hammer on the blade stops food sticking to the blade.

The Nakiri, that looks like a small cleaver, is a specialized knife for vegetables. It is a double bevel knife and has a tall, thin blade in order to go through vegetables easily. It is a very popular knife throughout Japan as well as the rest of the world because its specialized profile makes the veggie preparation so easy. Feels nimble in the handle despite its size and its thin blade is designed for precise cuts. Perfect for chopping, slicing and push cuts.

This specific Nakiri is on the heavier side than the usual, designed for heavier use.