Tanaka-san is a fourth-generation blacksmith. He trained in Takefu for three years and eventually joined his family's knife-making business in 1999. The Tanaka family is a well-known knife-making family in Miki City. They have been in the business for more than 100 years. He mainly uses the stainless steel VG10 in his knives so you expect mastery and excellent heat treatment with this steel. Among the traditionally hand-crafted blades that we carry, Tanaka-san's knives offer the best value--no bells and whistles; just an excellent cutter!
Construction type: sanmai Steel type: stainless steel Steel: Takefu VG10
Total length: 310mm Blade length: 190mm Blade height at heel: 46.5mm Spine thickness at heel: 2.5mm Weight: 135g
Edge/bevel: 50:50 Handle: western | pakkawood Hand orientation: ambidextrous
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starter knife #1S7R #ZKT-VG10
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
