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Eric originally from France  spent nearly five years apprenticing under the 22nd generation master knife-maker Sasuke in Sakai, Japan, Eric gained invaluable expertise and recognition within the esteemed knife-making community of Japan. In 2017, fueled by his refined skills and unwavering passion for tradition, Eric established the DeSakai brand. 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Eric originally from France  spent nearly five years apprenticing under the 22nd generation master knife-maker Sasuke in Sakai, Japan, Eric gained invaluable expertise and recognition within the esteemed knife-making community of Japan. In 2017, fueled by his refined skills and unwavering passion for tradition, Eric established the DeSakai brand. He founded Forge De Sakai, a workshop dedicated to upholding time-honored techniques, meticulously crafting each product to embody the essence of Japanese craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGinsan(Silver3) is a stainless steel that’s a modified version of carbon steel, with added chromium to make it rust resistant. 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Recognized as a master of single-edged sharpened knives, Kitaoka San runs his workshop situated in the esteemed Takefu Knife Village.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKitaoka's choice materials for knife production revolve around carbon steels such as Shirogami and Aogami. His knives, featuring Suminagashi (damascus) patterns, are not just practical tools but also stand as exquisite pieces of art, showcasing his remarkable skill and craftsmanship as a blacksmith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, certain pieces crafted by Kitaoka bear the esteemed mark of \"Dentokougeshi,\" an honor bestowed by the Japanese Minister of Economy, Trade, and Industry to artisans devoted to traditional crafts. 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Currently led by the third-generation craftsman, Mr. Nobuo Hanaki, Sukenari remains dedicated to advancing the art of chef knives while upholding the finest traditions of Japanese knife craftsmanship. Today, Sukenari is celebrated for its craftsmanship with a variety of super steels, further solidifying its reputation as a leader in the field of high-quality kitchen knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZDP 189 steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZDP-189 steel stands out as a highly advanced material crafted by Hitachi, renowned for its extraordinary hardness and prolonged sharpness retention. Composed with significant carbon (around 3%) and chromium (approximately 20%), this stainless steel achieves exceptional levels of durability and resistance to corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnives made from ZDP-189 can reach remarkable hardness levels, often measuring between 65 and 67 HRC on the Rockwell Hardness Scale. This characteristic ensures they maintain a keen edge for extended periods, making them particularly sought after by professionals and enthusiasts who demand reliable cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, the steel's hardness also presents challenges when it comes to sharpening. Achieving optimal sharpness requires skill and the use of high-quality sharpening tools, such as diamond abrasives or premium ceramic stones. 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The Minamo line is meticulously crafted using SG2 powdered steel, renowned for its exceptional fineness, sharpness, and edge retention. The elegant hammered \"Minamo\" pattern draws inspiration from the beauty of summer thunderstorms, with the alignment of lines along the blade forming patterns reminiscent of ancient coins.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"html-div xe8uvvx xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x1gslohp x11i5rnm x12nagc x1mh8g0r x1yc453h x126k92a x18lvrbx\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"html-div xe8uvvx xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x1gslohp x11i5rnm x12nagc x1mh8g0r x1yc453h x126k92a x18lvrbx\"\u003e Master Kato's collaboration with Master Kurosaki has resulted in knives that share similarities in design and performance. They feature an incredibly thin profile behind the edge, ensuring exceptional sharpness out of the box and excellent food release. 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Considering the exceptional level of craftsmanship, artistic value, and the utilization of SG2 core steel, I believe the pricing for this line is remarkably reasonable.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\" class=\"html-div xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x1h91t0o xkh2ocl x78zum5 xdt5ytf x13a6bvl x193iq5w x1iyjqo2 x1eb86dx\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\" class=\"html-div xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x1h91t0o xkh2ocl x78zum5 xdt5ytf x13a6bvl x193iq5w x1iyjqo2 x1eb86dx\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"html-div xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x1eb86dx x78zum5 x1c4vz4f x2lah0s x9q6w0x xfzia1k\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"html-div xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x78zum5 xamitd3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"html-div xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 x78zum5 xdt5ytf x1iyjqo2 x2lah0s xl56j7k x1n2onr6 x1mqs8db x1n327nk x1t2a60a\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\" class=\"html-div xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x6s0dn4 x78zum5 x1mqs8db xl5lk40 x1q0g3np\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\" class=\"html-div xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x6s0dn4 x78zum5 x1mqs8db xl5lk40 x1q0g3np\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"false\" class=\"html-div xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x9f619 x1n2onr6 x1ja2u2z __fb-light-mode\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-haspopup=\"menu\" aria-label=\"More\" class=\"x1i10hfl x1ejq31n xd10rxx x1sy0etr x17r0tee x1ypdohk xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x87ps6o x1lku1pv x1a2a7pz x6s0dn4 xzolkzo x12go9s9 x1rnf11y xprq8jg x972fbf xcfux6l x1qhh985 xm0m39n x9f619 x78zum5 xl56j7k xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x1n2onr6 x1fgtraw xgd8bvy xjbqb8w\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Yoshimi Kato","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48655617655069,"sku":null,"price":459.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/1014\/8893\/files\/20240620-210224.jpg?v=1757161935"},{"product_id":"takada-no-hamono","title":"Takada no Hamono Blue1 Gyuto 240mm","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStyle: Gyuto-Chef knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSteel type: Blue1-Carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHRC: 64\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 240mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length:380mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height @Heel: 52.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness @ Mid: 2.2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight:175 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBevel: double\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle Material: octagonal Ebony with black Buffalo ferrule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated In Sakai Japan, Takada no Hamono is led by the skilled craftsman, Mitsuaki Takada. With over two decades of experience training under one of Sakai's finest artisans, these knives offer exceptional performance and remarkable finish. Takada no Hamono takes pride in it's specialised  thin convex sharpening techniques and employs innovative polishing methods to create truly unique and exceptional knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Takada no Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48684156289309,"sku":null,"price":1350.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/1014\/8893\/files\/20240619-232706.jpg?v=1757161930"},{"product_id":"tetsujin-blue1-sujihiki-270mm","title":"Tetsujin Blue2 Sujihiki 270mm","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Sujihiki-Slicer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel type: Blue2 -Carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHRC: 64\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 260mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length:420 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Heigh @Heel:37mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness @ Mid: mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 172g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBevel: double\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Material: octagonal ebony with blond buffalo ferrule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTetsujin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTetsujin knives are the brainchild of the young and talented Myojin and Tamura. 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