SPECIFICATIONS

Knife Style: Petty
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Blade Material: Shirogami White #2
Blade Finish: Kurouchi
Blade Hardness: 62HRC (+/-1)
Bevel: Double
Handle: None ➛ Choose yours
Blade Size: 145mm
Heel Height: 30mm
Spine Thickness: 2.5mm
Weight: 44g

Forged in Shimabara City, Nagasaki Prefecture, this blade is crafted by Yosimitu Kajiya, an independent third-generation blacksmith who works entirely by hand. Every step — from forging to heat treatment to final shaping — is done under his direct control, using methods passed down through generations.

With 84 years of accumulated family experience, his knives reflect a traditional Japanese approach where function comes first and visual perfection is secondary. Expect a blade with character: subtle variations, forge texture, and a finish that shows it was shaped by hammer and fire, not machines.

These knives are made for users who value authentic craftsmanship — tools that feel alive in the hand and tell the story of how they were made. If you’re searching for flawless symmetry, high-gloss polish, or factory-clean aesthetics, this handmade blade is not designed for you.

This is a true working knife, built with intention, tradition, and the honest imperfections that define real hand-forged steel.

Combine it with a handle of choice.