Brand | Sakai Yukihiro |
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Blacksmith | Sakai Yukihiro |
Forging Type | San-mai |
Steel Type | Shirogami #1 |
Knife Shapes | Nakiri |
Blade Length | 180mm |
Finishes | Kurouchi |
Blade Edge | Double Blade |
Handle | Octagonal Burnt Oak wood |
€ 149 EUR Original price was: € 149 EUR.€ 136 EURCurrent price is: € 136 EUR.
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Yukihiro Sakai is a 31-year-old blacksmith from Kumamoto Prefecture. He was a former apprentice of the renowned blacksmith, Nishida-san. His series is crafted from hammer-forged Shirogami #1 laminated in soft iron. These knives are expected to be a joy to sharpen and come out of the box with really thin cutting edges.
“Hinokuni” is the brand name of Yukihiro Sakai, meaning “Land of Fire / Country of Flame,” a nickname for Kumamoto Prefecture due to the famous local volcano, Mt. Aso. Sakai-san presents his products under this brand, showcasing his dedication to traditional forging techniques and materials.
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