Makoto Kurosaki worked under the great Hiroshi Kato for many years, learning his trade and developing his skill set. He has also trained with the great sharpener, Mr. Morihiro. He is a part-time partner with his well-known brother Yu Kurosaki. Makoto works out of Yu’s shop in Echizen, making knives for many leading names in the Japanese knife business.
Weight: 5.5 oz (158 g)
Edge Length: 168 mm
Total Length: 310 mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 2 mm
Blade Height: 49 mm
Handle: Octagonal Ebony
Ferrule: Buffalo Horn
