The Nakagawa Bokashi Shirogami #1 Gyuto is forged by Sakai-based blacksmith Satoshi Nakagawa. The core steel is Shirogami #1, prized for its purity and ability to achieve the highest sharpness among carbon steels. With its fine grain structure, this steel sharpens easily, holds refined edges well, and allows for very acute angles.
The blade boasts a convex grind and is notably thin behind the edge, with just the right amount of flex—ensuring optimal cutting performance without feeling overly delicate. Enhancing its appearance, it showcases a mirror finish on the hira and a bokashi finish on the kireha, creating a striking contrast. The sharpener for this batch is undisclosed.
Details
Blacksmith: Satoshi Nakagawa
Sharpener: Undisclosed*
Origin: Sakai, Japan
Core Steel: Shirogami #1 (White #1)
HRC: ~63
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Cladding: Iron Clad
Finish: Mirror finish on hira
Blade & Handle Specs
Overall Length: 391mm
Blade Length (Heel to Tip): 229mm
Blade Height at Heel: 55.8mm
Spine Thickness:
At the handle: 3.3mm
At the heel: 3.1mm
Midway: 2.4mm
1cm from the tip: 1.2mm
Weight: 203g
Edge/bevel: 50:50
Handle: Octagonal magnolia with blonde horn ferrule
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Saya/Sheath: Not included
Notes
For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as the Nakagawa Mirror Shirogami #1 Gyuto, please refer to our care guide.
Slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives.
Pricing & Taxes
We do not charge Japanese consumption tax. Same price worldwide. Please refer to our FAQ #12
Shipping & Returns
• Worldwide shipping from Tokyo via EMS/DHL • Ships within 24-48 hours • Online tracking included • 30-day returns on unused items Details
Care Guide
• Use whetstones for sharpening • Use wooden or rubber cutting boards • Keep clean and dry to prevent rust • Avoid cutting bones or frozen foods • Hand wash only - no dishwasher View Complete Care Guide
