Tsurugi Kenshin Kurouchi Tsuchime Nakiri Knife 165mm
Tsurugi Kenshin Kurouchi Tsuchime Nakiri Knife 165mm
Tsurugi Kenshin Kurouchi Tsuchime Nakiri Knife 165mm
Tsurugi Kenshin Kurouchi Tsuchime Nakiri Knife 165mm
Tsurugi Kenshin Kurouchi Tsuchime Nakiri Knife 165mm
Tsurugi Kenshin Kurouchi Tsuchime Nakiri Knife 165mm
Tsurugi Kenshin Kurouchi Tsuchime Nakiri Knife 165mm
Tsurugi Kenshin Kurouchi Tsuchime Nakiri Knife 165mm
Tsurugi Kenshin Kurouchi Tsuchime Nakiri Knife 165mm
Tsurugi Kenshin Kurouchi Tsuchime Nakiri Knife 165mm

Tsurugi Kenshin

Tsurugi Kenshin Kurouchi Tsuchime Nakiri Knife 165mm

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Masterful Craftsmanship from Tsubame-Sanjo

"Artisan-crafted traditional masterpieces, conveying the essence of Tsubame-Sanjo blacksmithing to the present"

EDesigned for Vegetables: The Nakiri knife is specifically designed for cutting vegetables. Its relatively thick, wide, and straight shape is ideal for efficiently chopping large quantities of vegetables in one go.
ETsuchime Pattern: This traditional decorative finish features hammer-marked patterns, created by carefully hammering the steel. It not only offers a high level of design appeal but also enhances the hardness and thermal efficiency of the material.
EDesigned for Vegetables: The Nakiri knife is specifically crafted for cutting vegetables. Its relatively thick, wide, and straight shape is ideal for efficiently chopping large quantities of vegetables in a single motion.
ESquare Blade Shape: Compared to typical knives, its large blade area makes it easier to transfer cut ingredients from the cutting board to plates or pots.
EMagnolia Wood Handle: Durable and lightweight, this handle resists water and fits comfortably in the hand, providing a non-slip grip even when wet.
EBlade Crafted from Shirogami No. 2 Steel: Utilizes Shirogami No. 2 steel, renowned for its perfect balance of flexibility and hardness.
EKurouchi Finish: This knife features a traditional Japanese style with a Kurouchi finish, known for its deep, dark color.

FAQs

Shirogami No. 2 steel is among the materials for making knives with the least impurities and ideal conditions for creating good knives. It is difficult to harden, and only a few blacksmiths can handle it. The steel results in knives that are sharp and easy to sharpen. The carbon content provides a perfect balance between flexibility and hardness. This balance is the secret ingredient that supports daily cooking. The sharpness is excellent, and resharpening is relatively easy, making it a favored material for many chefs in their knives.

Sharpness: Kurouchi knives, forged to have a denser steel structure, are exceptionally sharp. This is an effect of the forging process, meaning kurouchi is proof of forging.
Durability: Kurouchi knives have high hardness and resilience, making them extremely durable and long-lasting.
Unique Black Surface: Kurouchi retains an oxide film on the surface, giving it a distinct black appearance. This oxide film also has a rust-preventive effect.
*The oxide film acts as a protective layer that inhibits chemical reactions between the metal surface and air or liquids.

Meet Tsurugi Kenshin

Tsurugi Kenshin is a "one-of-a-kind knife brand" where each piece is carefully crafted by artisans, serving as a bearer of the nearly 500-year-old tradition of Tsubame-Sanjo and its blacksmiths.
In April 2009, Echigo Sanjo forged blades were designated as traditional crafts by the Minister of Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry.
The artisans of Tsurugi Kenshin , bearers of the culture and history of Tsubame-Sanjo, continue to deliver exceptional functional beauty by blending "traditional techniques" with "cutting-edge technology."