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Specifications
| Style: | Nakiri |
| Blade Length: | 175mm |
| Overall Length: | 300mm |
| Weight: | 256g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 53mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Mid: | 1.9mm |
| Blade Material: | Blue 2 Core, Stainless Rainbow Damascus Clad |
| Handle Material: | Western Desert Ironwood |
| HRC: | ~63 |
Knife Information
Takeshi Saji has perhaps one of the widest ranges of blade finishes and stylistic creations of any blacksmith in Japan. He works with all Japanese Carbon Steels, as well as R2, VG10, and others. He crafts his own Damascus in Rainbow, Diamond, and Black Nickel finishes, and fits a wide range of handle types. He can truly do it all, and all at the ripe young age of 73. To this day he produces functional works of art out of the Takefu Knife Village in Japan, surrounded by other like-minded craftsman.
Best paired with a camellia oil, wooden saya and a 1000/6000 whetstone
Specifications
| Style: | Petty |
| Blade Length: | 135mm |
| Overall Length: | 240mm |
| Weight: | 135g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 33mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Mid: | 1.9mm |
| Blade Material: | Blue 2 Core, Stainless Rainbow Damascus Clad |
| Handle Material: | Western Desert Ironwood |
| HRC: | ~63 |
Specifications
| Style: | Sujihiki |
| Blade Length: | 270mm |
| Overall Length: | 400mm |
| Weight: | 232g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 40mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Mid: | 1.9mm |
| Blade Material: | Blue 2 Core, Stainless Rainbow Damascus Clad |
| Handle Material: | Western Desert Ironwood |
| HRC: | ~63 |
Knife Information
Takeshi Saji has perhaps one of the widest ranges of blade finishes and stylistic creations of any blacksmith in Japan. He works with all Japanese Carbon Steels, as well as R2, VG10, and others. He crafts his own Damascus in Rainbow, Diamond, and Black Nickel finishes, and fits a wide range of handle types. He can truly do it all, and all at the ripe young age of 73. To this day he produces functional works of art out of the Takefu Knife Village in Japan, surrounded by other like-minded craftsman.
Best paired with a 20cm felt lined blade guard and a 1000/6000 whetstone
Specifications
| Style: | Bunka |
| Blade Length: | 175mm |
| Overall Length: | 300mm |
| Weight: | 238g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 49mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Mid: | 1.9mm |
| Blade Material: | R2/SG2 Core, Diamond Damascus Clad |
| Handle Material: | Western Desert Ironwood |
| HRC: | ~64 |
Knife Information
Takeshi Saji has perhaps one of the widest ranges of blade finishes and stylistic creations of any blacksmith in Japan. He works with all Japanese Carbon Steels, as well as R2, VG10, and others. He crafts his own Damascus in Rainbow, Diamond, and Black Nickel finishes, and fits a wide range of handle types. He can truly do it all, and all at the ripe young age of 73. To this day he produces functional works of art out of the Takefu Knife Village in Japan, surrounded by other like-minded craftsman.
Best paired with a 22cm felt lined blade guard and a 1000/6000 whetstone
Specifications
| Style: | Gyuto |
| Blade Length: | 210mm |
| Overall Length: | 335mm |
| Weight: | 248g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 46mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Mid: | 1.9mm |
| Blade Material: | R2/SG2 Core, Diamond Damascus Clad |
| Handle Material: | Western Desert Ironwood |
| HRC: | ~64 |
Takeshi Saji R2/SG2 Diamond Damascus Gyuto 210mm - Turquoise
Takeshi Saji R2/SG2 Diamond Damascus Gyuto 210mm - Turquoise
Specifications
| Style: | Gyuto |
| Blade Length: | 210mm |
| Overall Length: | 335mm |
| Weight: | 259g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 46mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Mid: | 1.9mm |
| Blade Material: | R2/SG2 Core, Diamond Damascus Clad |
| Handle Material: | Western Turquoise |
| HRC: | ~64 |
Takeshi Saji R2/SG2 Diamond Damascus Gyuto 240mm - African Blackwood
Takeshi Saji R2/SG2 Diamond Damascus Gyuto 240mm - African Blackwood
Knife Information
Takeshi Saji has perhaps one of the widest ranges of blade finishes and stylistic creations of any blacksmith in Japan. He works with all Japanese Carbon Steels, as well as R2, VG10, and others. He crafts his own Damascus in Rainbow, Diamond, and Black Nickel finishes, and fits a wide range of handle types. He can truly do it all, and all at the ripe young age of 73. To this day he produces functional works of art out of the Takefu Knife Village in Japan, surrounded by other like-minded craftsman.
Specifications
| Style: | Gyuto |
| Blade Length: | 210mm |
| Overall Length: | 335mm |
| Weight: | 248g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 46mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Mid: | 1.9mm |
| Blade Material: | R2/SG2 Core, Diamond Damascus Clad |
| Handle Material: | Western Desert Ironwood |
| HRC: | ~64 |
Knife Information
Takeshi Saji has perhaps one of the widest ranges of blade finishes and stylistic creations of any blacksmith in Japan. He works with all Japanese Carbon Steels, as well as R2, VG10, and others. He crafts his own Damascus in Rainbow, Diamond, and Black Nickel finishes, and fits a wide range of handle types. He can truly do it all, and all at the ripe young age of 73. To this day he produces functional works of art out of the Takefu Knife Village in Japan, surrounded by other like-minded craftsman.
Specifications
| Style: | Gyuto |
| Blade Length: | 250mm |
| Overall Length: | 395mm |
| Weight: | 215g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 51mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Mid: | 2.1mm |
| Blade Material: | R2/SG2 Core, Diamond Damascus Clad |
| Handle Material: | Western Desert Ironwood |
| HRC: | ~64 |
Knife Information
Takeshi Saji has perhaps one of the widest ranges of blade finishes and stylistic creations of any blacksmith in Japan. He works with all Japanese Carbon Steels, as well as R2, VG10, and others. He crafts his own Damascus in Rainbow, Diamond, and Black Nickel finishes, and fits a wide range of handle types. He can truly do it all, and all at the ripe young age of 73. To this day he produces functional works of art out of the Takefu Knife Village in Japan, surrounded by other like-minded craftsman.
Best paired with a 15cm felt lined blade guard and a 1000/6000 whetstone
Specifications
| Style: | Petty |
| Blade Length: | 135mm |
| Overall Length: | 240mm |
| Weight: | 135g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 33mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Mid: | 1.9mm |
| Blade Material: | R2/SG2 Core, Diamond Damascus Clad |
| Handle Material: | Western Desert Ironwood |
| HRC: | ~64 |
Takeshi Saji VG10-W Nashiji Rainbow Damascus Gyuto 210mm - Dark Maple
Takeshi Saji VG10-W Nashiji Rainbow Damascus Gyuto 210mm - Dark Maple
Specifications
| Style: | Gyuto |
| Blade Length: | 240mm |
| Overall Length: | 395mm |
| Weight: | 200g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 50mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Heel/Mid: | 2mm/2mm |
| Blade Material: | VG-10W Rainbow Damascus Stainless Clad |
| Handle Material: | Octagon Dark Maple |
| HRC | ~61 |
Takeshi Saji VG10-W Nashiji Rainbow Damascus Gyuto 240mm - Dark Maple
Takeshi Saji VG10-W Nashiji Rainbow Damascus Gyuto 240mm - Dark Maple
Specifications
| Style: | Gyuto |
| Blade Length: | 240mm |
| Overall Length: | 395mm |
| Weight: | 200g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 50mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Heel/Mid: | 2mm/2mm |
| Blade Material: | VG-10W Rainbow Damascus Stainless Clad |
| Handle Material: | Octagon Dark Maple |
| HRC | ~61 |
Takeshi Saji VG10-W Nashiji Rainbow Damascus Nakiri - Dark Maple
Takeshi Saji VG10-W Nashiji Rainbow Damascus Nakiri - Dark Maple
Takeshi Saji VG10-W Nashiji Rainbow Damascus Petty 135mm - Dark Maple
Takeshi Saji VG10-W Nashiji Rainbow Damascus Petty 135mm - Dark Maple
Knife Information
Takeshi Saji has perhaps one of the widest ranges of blade finishes and stylistic creations of any blacksmith in Japan. He works with all Japanese Carbon Steels, as well as R2, VG10, and others. He crafts his own Damascus in Rainbow, Diamond, and Black Nickel finishes, and fits a wide range of handle types. He can truly do it all, and all at the ripe young age of 73. To this day he produces functional works of art out of the Takefu Knife Village in Japan, surrounded by other like-minded craftsman.
Best paired with a camellia oil, wooden saya and a 1000/6000 whetstone
Specifications
| Style: | Petty |
| Blade Length: | 135mm |
| Overall Length: | 240mm |
| Weight: | 135g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 33mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Mid: | 1.9mm |
| Blade Material: | Blue 2 Core, Stainless Rainbow Damascus Clad |
| Handle Material: | Western Desert Ironwood |
| HRC: | ~63 |
Takeshi Saji VG10-W Nashiji Rainbow Damascus Sujihiki 240mm - Dark Maple
Takeshi Saji VG10-W Nashiji Rainbow Damascus Sujihiki 240mm - Dark Maple
Specifications
| Style: | Sujihiki |
| Blade Length: | 270mm |
| Overall Length: | 420mm |
| Weight: | 171g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 40mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Heel/Mid: | 2mm/2mm |
| Blade Material: | VG-10W Rainbow Damascus Stainless Clad |
| Handle Material: | Dyed Maple |
| HRC: | ~61 |
Takeshi Saji VG10-W Nashiji Rainbow Damascus Sujihiki 270mm - Dark Maple
Takeshi Saji VG10-W Nashiji Rainbow Damascus Sujihiki 270mm - Dark Maple
Specifications
| Style: | Sujihiki |
| Blade Length: | 270mm |
| Overall Length: | 420mm |
| Weight: | 171g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 40mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Heel/Mid: | 2mm/2mm |
| Blade Material: | VG-10W Rainbow Damascus Stainless Clad |
| Handle Material: | Dyed Maple |
| HRC: | ~61 |
Knife Information
A relatively young but masterful 4th generation blacksmith, Shigeki Tanaka crafts his knives in a workshop in Miki City, Japan. He joined his fathers workshop in 1999, and has been making knives ever since. He has come to prominence with his R2 line, and excellent heat treatment and hard-wearing nature of his blades. Known for being skilful and creative, he works with almost all knifemaking steels, from high carbon like Aogami, to powder stainless steel.
Best paired with a camellia oil, wooden saya and a 1000/6000 whetstone
Specifications
| Style: | Petty |
| Blade Length: | 120mm |
| Overall Length: | 245mm |
| Weight: | 60g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 30mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Mid: | 0.8mm |
| Blade Material: | Blue 2 Core, Soft Iron Damascus Clad |
| Handle Material: | Octagon Walnut |
| HRC: | ~62 |
Tetsujin Hamono Ginsan Kasumi Sujihiki 270mm - Ebony & Blonde
Tetsujin Hamono Ginsan Kasumi Sujihiki 270mm - Ebony & Blonde
Specifications
| Style: | Sujihiki |
| Blade Length: | 265mm |
| Overall Length: | 410mm |
| Weight: | 174g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 37mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Mid: | 2.3mm |
| Blade Material: | Ginsan Stainless Steel |
| Handle Material: | Octagon Ebony w/Blonde |
| HRC: | ~62 |
Togashi x Sakai Kikumori White 1 Stainless Clad Gyuto 240mm
Togashi x Sakai Kikumori White 1 Stainless Clad Gyuto 240mm
Specifications
| Style: | Petty |
| Blade Length: | 135mm |
| Overall Length: | 265mm |
| Weight: | 66g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 27mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Mid: | 1.5mm |
| Blade Material: | AUS10 Core, Mirror Damascus Clad |
| Handle Material: | Octagon Oak w/Black Lacquer |
| HRC: | 60 |
Specifications
| Style: | Gyuto |
| Blade Length: | 210mm |
| Overall Length: | 340mm |
| Weight: | 180g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 45mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Mid: | 1.8mm |
| Blade Material: | AUS8, Stainless Tsuchime Clad |
| Handle Material: | Western Pakka Wood |
Specifications
| Style: | Gyuto |
| Blade Length: | 210mm |
| Overall Length: | 340mm |
| Weight: | 180g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 45mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Mid: | 1.8mm |
| Blade Material: | AUS8, Stainless Tsuchime Clad |
| Handle Material: | Western Pakka Wood |
Specifications
| Style: | Sakimaru Sujihiki |
| Blade Length: | 300mm |
| Overall Length: | 460mm |
| Weight: | 285g (Feels solid!) |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 31mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Mid: | 3.9mm |
| Blade Material: | Blue 2 Core, Soft Iron Kurouchi Clad |
| HRC: | 62 |
| Handle Material: | Oval Rosewood w/Black Pakka Bolster |
Specifications
| Style: | Gyuto & Petty |
| Blade Length: | 200mm & 135mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Blade Material: | Blue 2 Core, Tsuchime Stainless Clad |
| HRC: | 63 |
| Handle: | Western Black Pakka |
Specifications
| Style: |
Gyuto |
| Blade Length: | 200mm |
| Overall Length: | 330mm |
| Weight: | 164g |
| Blade Height @ Heel: | 46mm |
| Bevel: | Double Bevel |
| Spine Thickness @ Mid: | 2mm |
| Blade Material: | Blue 2 Core, Tsuchime Stainless Clad |
| HRC: | 63 |
| Handle: | Western Black Pakka |
Chef's Edge
We pride ourselves on offering an unparalleled selection of Japanese knives. From the versatile Gyuto and the precise Santoku to specialized knives like the Nakiri and Yanagiba, each knife is handpicked for its quality and performance.