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Yoshihiro Blue Steel #2 Black Forging Nakiri 165mm/6.5" with black oak handle - Santoku.Store

Blue Steel #2 Black Forging Nakiri 165mm/6.5" with black oak handle

This is Yoshihiro's special design model called the Black Nakiri Knife 165mm with a blue oak D-shaped handle, made with Yasuki Blue Steel #2 (Aogami) at the base of the blade, pressed into black forged steel (called "Warikomi", made using the Awase method), direct from the workshop in Sakai/Osaka, Japan.

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Hi, I'm Jessica and I just couldn't resist the urge to share my amazing adventure in Japan with you. As a small business owner, I was often looking for new ideas and inspiration. And then one day my trip to the Land of the Rising Sun was a real eye-opener for me!

Walking through the streets of ancient workshops, I felt the spirit of centuries-old tradition. But what really struck me were the exquisite Japanese knives. Their beauty and sophistication, the combination of functionality and aesthetics all made me think. When I returned home, I realized that I wanted to share this magic with the world.

And now, thanks to this inspiration, the Santoku.Store was born. Here everyone can find not just a tool, but a real work of art. I invite you to join me on a fascinating journey into the world of tradition, beauty and functionality - into the world of Japanese knives.