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Product Description
Okubo Kajiya is unique, in more ways than one.
For a start it's the one and only blacksmith operating in Tokushima Prefecture on Shikoku Island (Japan's fourth largest), but really, that's just incidental. For us what sets them apart is the low output - only three to four knives per day. The reason so few knives are produced is that Okubo san and his son are true artisans, forging warikomi blades one by one using the old ways. Most that emerge from their elven-like forge are for customers waiting for their particular Okubo Kajiya blade, forged and sharpened especially for them.
Unlike many knife makers Okubo san places a great deal of emphasis on final sharpness, and if you decide to have one of his knives forged and sharpened especially for you, you can be guaranteed a highly satisfying level of craftsmanship and exemplary cutting feel. The nakiri you receive will be amazingly sharp out of the box, beautifully executed and hand-honed close to its potential.
| Blade steel: | Aogami #2 |
| Bevel: | Ryōba double bevel |
| Blade construction: | Warikomi |
| Left-handed available: | Sharpened to suit your dominant hand |
| Handle: | Hounoki (Magnolia) |
| Ferrule: | Suigyu (Water Buffalo Horn) |
| Blade length: | 170mm |
| Overall Length: | 320mm |
| Blade width: | 55mm |
| Blade spine: | 3mm |
| Handle length: | 134mm |
| Handle width: | 28x23mm |
| Weight in hand: | 173g |
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勝浦町 大久保鍛冶屋 2014.09.12 OA http://www.shokokai.or.jp/36/3630110026/index.htm
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Product Reviews
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Can no longer cook without it
Posted by Steve on 21st Oct 2023
I bought this Nakiri nearly six months ago and find myself choosing meals just so I can keep using it. It is an absolute pleasure to use, perfectly balanced and razor sharp. By far the best knife I have. Love it.
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Absolutely beautiful
Posted by Mathieu on 18th Sep 2023
I have received a 180mm Nakiri from the maker Okubo San and I must say the craftsmanship is beautiful, the blade is razor sharp out of the box, could not be happier with my purchase. If you're on edge, don't hesitate anymore, this is a wonderful Nakiri.
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Diamond in the rough
Posted by Simon Anstey on 9th Mar 2022
Beautiful nakiri, sharp as a razor straight out of the box. We all try the edges on paper and this edge sliced through nearly silently. Lovely weight, just a little forward, giving a nice cutting pitch. The finish of the handle contrasts beautifully with the rough karouchi; the hands of the maker are clear in the metal. Great communication and service from Michael at Knife Japan. Thanks.
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Excellent Nakiri
Posted by Anders Olsson on 19th Dec 2020
I have quite a few Nakiris but this one is truly excellent. Well balanced, sharp and a very good food release. As always the service from Michael is super and delivery very fast.
