The Nakagawa shirogami#3 honyaki gyuto knife is a handcrafted Japanese knife forged by Sakai-based blacksmith Satoshi Nakagawa. Sharpened by one of the skilled craftsmen at Morihiro hamono, this blade features a mirror finish on the hira, highlighting the hamon pattern. The blade is fitted with an octagonal ebony handle. For someone looking for their first honyaki knife, the shirogami#3 by Nakagawa-san comes highly recommended.
※ What is a honyaki? Honyaki is a Japanese knife-making technique rooted in swordsmithing traditions. These knives are forged from a single piece of steel and undergo differential heat treatment. The production process is complex and time-consuming, requiring exceptional skill. During quenching, the blades may crack, resulting in a high failure rate. This challenging manufacturing process contributes to the higher cost of honyaki knives compared to other kitchen knives.
Overall length: 346mm Blade length (heel to tip): 198mm Blade height at the heel: 46.5mm Spine thickness: • at the handle: 3.1mm • at the heel: 2.8mm • midway: 2.6mm • 1cm from the tip: 1.0mm Weight: 196g Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: octagonal ebony with buffalo horn ferrule Hand orientation: ambidextrous Saya/ sheath: Not included
⎯ Note: a. For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this 210mm Nakagawa shirogami#3 honyaki gyuto knife, please refer to our care guide below. b. Please be aware that slight measurement variations are typical in handcrafted Japanese kitchen knives. c. Similarly, it's common for these handcrafted knives to have minor cosmetic variations, such as light surface marks or fine scuffs. ··•··
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 Care Guide
