Handle Material: Octagonal magnolia with blond buffalo ferrule
Shigehiro knives, forged by Yoshikazu Ikeda and sharpened by Kasahara, are an impressive example of Sakai craftsmanship.
About Yoshikazu Ikeda
Yoshikazu Ikeda's journey is remarkable, starting under his father’s guidance in 1967 and developing into a master known for Mizumoto-yaki and suminagashi. His certification as a traditional craftsman in 1988 highlights his expertise and dedication to the craft, marking him as a key figure in Japanese knife-making.
1988: Traditional Craftsman certified by the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry 1999: Sakai City Commercial and Industrial Achievement Award 2004: Kinki Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry Director's Award 2014: Osaka Prefecture Master Craftsman Award (Naniwa Master Craftsman)
1988 METI-designated Master of Traditional Crafts 1999 Sakai City Special Contribution Award 2004 Kansai Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry Award 2014 Osaka Prefectural Award “Master Craftsman in Naniwa”
About White2 Steel
White steel, also known as Shirogami, is one of the purest carbon steels used in knife making, which consists mostly of iron and carbon. White steel is renowned for being easy to sharpen.
