The Masakage〈Kiri〉series combines the exquisite forging craftsmanship of Yoshimi Kato with the ultimate edge-sharpening technique of Takayuki Shibata, creating a masterpiece that harmonizes strength, flexibility, and extreme sharpness.
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─── Specifications ───
Steel Type ｜ VG10
❀ Rust Resistance: Excellent (Highly rust-resistant)
Blade Length ｜ 16.5 cm
Blade Type ｜ Nakiri (Vegetable Knife)
Spine Thickness ｜ Approx. 2.8 mm
Blade Height ｜ Approx. 5.9 cm
Weight ｜ Approx. 165 g
❀ Handle Material: Magnolia Wood Round Handle
❀ Saya (Sheath): Custom-made to fit the blade ▪️ Multiple materials available ▪️ Please contact our friendly staff for details~
─── Core Steel ▪️ VG-10 ───
C: 1.0% (Ultra-high hardness core)
Cr: 15.0% (Superior corrosion resistance)
Co: 1.5% (Rare cobalt addition, enhances toughness)
V & Mo: 1.3% (Ultimate wear resistance)
▪️ The combination of these elements provides exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance, with an optimal HRC 60-61 balance, making it especially suitable for humid kitchen environments.
─── Artisan Spirit ▪️ Masakage ───
▸ Hand-forged by top master artisans of Echizen Uchihamono (such as Yoshimi Kato, Hiroshi Kato, Yu Kurosaki, Katsushige Anryu, etc.), carrying profound craft heritage
▸ Founded and supervised by master sharpener Takayuki Shibata, featuring an extremely sharp factory edge straight out of the box
▸ The blade and bevels are ground extremely thin with excellent distal taper geometry, providing effortless cutting with minimal resistance
▸ Combining Tsuchime (hammered), Nashiji (pear skin), and Damascus patterns, paired with custom octagonal wooden handles and buffalo horn ferrules, offering both collectible and practical value
─── Blade Profile Introduction ▪️ Nakiri ───
▸ Nakiri is a Japanese kitchen knife specifically designed for quickly prepping vegetables
▸ Its blade features a completely straight edge profile, ideal for vertical push-cutting motions
▸ Used with a straight up-and-down push-cut technique, requiring no forward or backward sawing motion
▸ Produces clean, precise vegetable cuts without crushing delicate food fibers
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☆【 Maintenance & Care 】
Although stainless steel offers excellent corrosion resistance, it may still rust under humid, high-salinity, or damaged conditions. It is recommended to keep the blade dry and perform regular cleaning and maintenance.
☆【 Professional After-Sales Service 】
In-store professional knife sharpening services are available to ensure your cherished knife is always kept in peak performance.
⚠️ Avoid Extremely Hard Objects ⚠️
Strictly prohibited from chopping frozen foods, hard bones, or solid pits to prevent edge damage, chipping, or cracking.
⚠️ Dishwasher & Dryer Prohibited ⚠️
Do not use a dishwasher or dish dryer; high temperatures and harsh detergents will damage both the blade structure and the wooden handle.
⚠️ Standard Cleaning Procedure ⚠️
Hand-wash with warm water after use, dry thoroughly immediately with a dry cloth or soft towel, and store in a well-ventilated, dry place.
❁【 Policy on Manufacturing Marks, Returns & Exchanges 】
All high-end kitchen knives sold in our shop are 100% authentic originals. Because the manufacturing process includes hand-sharpening, edge finishing, and saya fit testing, slight micro-scratches on the blade surface are considered normal factory characteristics and not quality defects. We strictly inspect every item before shipment. Perfectionists, please consider carefully before placing an order.
❁【 Friendly Reminder 】
All product photos are taken from actual items. However, slight color variations may occur due to lighting, angles, or individual display monitor settings. Colors are subject to the actual physical product received.
