Kurotori Knives

Hiroshi Kajihara owns and operates Kurotori Hamono in Shimanto, Kochi Prefecture - a remote corner of Japan where traditional blacksmithing methods have been preserved far from the major production centers. His specialty is mirror-polished Ginsan (Silver #3) kitchen knives, hammer forged in san mai construction with stainless cladding. Ginsan delivers edge quality close to carbon steel with full corrosion resistance. We are the first international dealer for Kurotori Hamono and carry bunkas and gyutos in this exceptional line.