Japanese Kitchen Knife-Sakura Petty

Description: About this itemType : Petty Knife Blade : Double-edged Length : 285mm/11.2inch Edge : 154mm/6inch Weight : 86g/3oz Material : High-Purity Steel: ShirogamiType : Petty Knife Blade : Double-edged Length : 285mm/11.2inch Edge : 154mm/6inch Weight : 86g/3oz Material : High-Purity Steel: ShirogamiHigh-Purity Steel: Shirogami "Shirogami" steel excels in sharpness and edge retention but requires more maintenance to prevent rust, while stainless steel offers greater rust resistance and durability but may not achieve the same level of sharpness as high-carbon steel. The choice between them depends on individual preferences, maintenance habits, and specific culinary needs. Handle: oak tree Oak wood is resistant to decay and highly durable, making it suitable for outdoor construction and shipbuilding.Item weight: 0.18 poundsBlade color: Black and SilverBlade edge: PlainBlade length: 6.0 inchesItem weight: 0.18 pounds Product DescriptionKitchen knife made with traditional Japanese technologyJapanese craftsmen make knives one by one with all their heart. It is a sharp knife that cannot be made in mass production.We sell knives made in Sakai City in Osaka and Echizen City in Fukui Prefecture, which have long been famous for knives.Knives made using traditional technology can be used for 10 to 20 years.Please refer to the production process as it is uploaded to YouTube. thekajiyabykenjiThe history of blacksmiths in Sakai City, Osaka, dates back to medieval times. Sakai has long been known as a center for commerce and industry in Japan, and its blacksmithing history is a significant part of that legacy.Dating back to the medieval period, Sakai's blacksmiths flourished due to its reputation as a region rich in iron. Responding to the demand from Japan's samurai and their need for swords, armor, and other weapons and protective gear, Sakai's blacksmiths honed their skills.From medieval to early modern times, Sakai's blacksmiths leveraged its convenient location near Osaka Bay for easy transportation by ship, supplying their products nationwide. Abundant resources like iron sand and charcoal, essential materials for sword blades, contributed to the refinement of Sakai's blacksmithing techniques.Entering the Edo period, Sakai, along with Osaka, experienced further development in commerce and industry, with blacksmithing playing a significant role. However, with the onset of modernization in the Meiji era, traditional industries faced decline as industrialization and mechanization took hold.Nevertheless, contemporary Sakai continues to preserve the legacy of blacksmithing through museums and efforts to safeguard traditional craftsmanship. Artisans keep the tradition alive through the production and sale of crafts and swords, ensuring that Sakai's blacksmithing history and techniques endure for future generations.Traditional kitchen knife made by a craftsmanForge a knife at a KajiyaKnives from Sakai City are very famous. Sakai City is known as one of the leading producers of knives in Japan, particularly renowned for its "Sakai knives." These knives are characterized by their sharpness, durability, and the high level of craftsmanship involved.Sharpen a knifeSakai knives employ traditional Japanese sword-making techniques, resulting in blades that are exceptionally sharp yet robust and easy to use. They have earned high praise not only for their quality but also for their suitability for professional chefs and cooks.Put one's name on a knifeSakai City is home to many skilled knife artisans, with their techniques and craftsmanship being passed down through generations. In modern times, while preserving traditional methods, Sakai knife makers also incorporate new technologies and designs to maintain the popularity and quality of Sakai knives.

Price: 98 USD

Location: Gifu-ken, Gifu-shi

End Time: 2024-11-19T08:00:01.000Z

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