Yuzou Tani is a second-generation craftsman who plies his trade out of his shop in Sakai City - the historic center of Japanese knife making. We are continually impressed with the knives he produces from Hitachi White #2 steel, and this nakiri is a classic example of the shape and proportions the format is known for.
The blade length runs just under 170mm, nicely proportioned to a 53mm blade height, with the characteristic near-flat edge and a gently rounded tip. At 7.5 ounces this is a stout, confidence-inspiring knife. The construction is hammer-forged san mai, with the White #2 core clad in soft iron on both faces while leaving the spine and edge exposed. The primary bevel carries a nice hairline finish that contrasts beautifully against the migaki, or polished, main face. Fit and finish throughout are excellent, especially at this price point. The octagonal handle is keyaki wood with a brown pakka wood ferrule.
Care Instructions: White #2 is a reactive carbon steel and will develop a natural patina with use. Wipe and dry the blade immediately after every use to prevent rust. Hand wash only. Apply a light coat of camellia oil for long-term storage. None of our standard sayas fit this knife; we recommend a blade guard instead.
The blade length runs just under 170mm, nicely proportioned to a 53mm blade height, with the characteristic near-flat edge and a gently rounded tip. At 7.5 ounces this is a stout, confidence-inspiring knife. The construction is hammer-forged san mai, with the White #2 core clad in soft iron on both faces while leaving the spine and edge exposed. The primary bevel carries a nice hairline finish that contrasts beautifully against the migaki, or polished, main face. Fit and finish throughout are excellent, especially at this price point. The octagonal handle is keyaki wood with a brown pakka wood ferrule.
Care Instructions: White #2 is a reactive carbon steel and will develop a natural patina with use. Wipe and dry the blade immediately after every use to prevent rust. Hand wash only. Apply a light coat of camellia oil for long-term storage. None of our standard sayas fit this knife; we recommend a blade guard instead.
- Blacksmith: Mr. Tani
- Location: Sakai, Japan
- Construction: Hammer Forged, San Mai
- Edge Steel: White #2
- Cladding: Soft Iron
- Finish: Migaki (Polished)
- Edge Grind: Even
- Weight: 7.5 oz (214 g)
- Blade Length: 167 mm
- Total Length: 314 mm
- Spine Thickness at Base: 3 mm
- Blade Height: 53 mm
- Handle: Octagonal Keyaki Wood
- Ferrule: Brown Pakka Wood
