Nao Yamamoto Yasuki Blue Steel Kurouchi Hammered Paring 90mm Walnut HandleNao Yamomoto Born in 1979. After serving Masami Azai's (Echizen Marukatsu) apprenticeship, went thru further apprenticeship with Kamotou Hamono in Takefu. Several years ago, once again, worked with Mr. Azai and inherited his techniques and 'Echizen Marukatsu' inscription. Nao Yamamoto is most noteworthy blacksmith today. Manufactures from kitchen knives to short sword and his talent is seen in wide area. Selecting stainless like VG10 Damascus, or

Handle Material: Silver Dots Lacquered

and how to peel the laurel from the bamboo

Its unparalleled sharpness and ease of use have made it a household name among overseas chefs who seek out Japanese knives

Blade Thickness: 14mm

Handle Material: Magnolia (Ferrule: Water Buffalo Horn)

Steel Type:��SG2 (Stain resistant steel)

When sharpening the knife

Blade Thickness: 18mm (0

These chopsticks allow handling of hot food with one hand

Yoshimi Kato

Steel Type: VG10 33 Layer (Stain resistant steel)

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