Nigara shirogami#1 mizuhonyaki sakimaru yanagiba 330mm

A masterfully crafted mizuhonyaki sakimaru yanagiba by Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa of Nigara hamono. It is crafted out of shirogami#1 steel, celebrated for its exceptional sharpness. Features a Mt. Fuji hamon with a full moon, subtly etched and displaying some faint banding. The exquisite blade is paired with an octagonal ebony handle.

❖ For 350 years, Nigara Hamono, originating as sword makers for the Tsugaru clan, has preserved the art of Japanese swordsmithing across eight generations. Their legendary 5th generation blacksmith, Kunitoshi Nigara, is celebrated as a national treasure. Today, 8th generation blacksmith Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa evolves family traditions with unique knives. Located in Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, they now focus on innovative kitchen cutlery, upholding a legacy of unparalleled craftsmanship.

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Brand: Nigara Hamono
Blacksmith: Tsuyoshi Yoshizawa (Go Yoshizawa)
Location: Aomori, Japan
Knife type: sakimaru
Finish: semi-mirror etched

Construction type: mizuhonyaki
Core steel: shirogami#1 /white#1
Steel type: carbon steel

Overall length: 482mm
Blade length (heel to tip): 322mm
Blade height at heel: 43.2mm
Spine thickness at handle: 4.4mm
Spine thickness at heel: 3.8mm
Spine thickness at middle: 2.5mm
Spine thickness 1cm from the tip: 1.8mm
Weight: 280g

Edge/bevel: single bevel
Handle: octagonal ebony with spacer
Hand orientation: right-handed
Saya/ sheath: Not included

Reminder: To maintain your Japanese knives, like this Nigara shirogami#1 mizuhonyaki sakimaru yanagiba knife, in their best condition, regular care is necessary. Consult our care guide for more details.

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