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Jiro Tsuchime Yo Nakiri 180mm Tagayasan Handle (#437)

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€615,00 EUR
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Description

Jiro-san is a master blacksmith and knife maker working in the mountains of Nagano, an artisan in every sense of the word. Working as a one-man operation, every step of his knife-making process is done by hand, ensuring that each blade is crafted with the utmost care from start to finish. This personal approach means that Jiro-san produces a limited number of knives, each one unique, numbered, and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.

His knives are made from Shirogami No.1 carbon steel, one of the purest carbon steels used in modern knife making. Jiro-san takes on the forge welding himself, skillfully combining the harder core with the softer iron cladding. By managing the entire process in-house, he has full control over every detail, allowing him to forge each knife at the ideal temperature. It’s rare to find knives made without pre-laminated steel, but Jiro-san’s knives feature a thick spine that can only be achieved through his dedicated craftsmanship.

Each blade is meticulously polished and sharpened by Jiro-san using his favorite combination of synthetic and natural whetstones. The result is a perfectly even, finely polished bevel, not only beautiful but also contributing to the exceptional performance of these knives, the highest-performing we’ve ever encountered.

The knives crafted by Jiro-san are the most special we carry in the store. They embody the traditional craftsmanship that Japan is so famous for and represent the pinnacle of quality. Due to the high demand for his work, obtaining one can be a challenge. Out of respect for the quality and the craftsman, we always do our best to ensure that each knife finds a suitable home. We want these knives to be used and cherished for decades, rather than being resold by someone just looking to make a quick profit.

We love talking about Jiro knives in the store, so if you’re curious to learn more, stop by—we might even have one in stock! From time to time, we’ll host an online raffle for a chance to purchase a Jiro, so be sure to subscribe to our newsletter and keep an eye on our social media.

What kind of knife is this?

The classic vegetable knife. Highly functional for processing large amounts of vegetables and preforming finer cutting tasks such as julienne of brunoise. The absence of a pronounced belly in the profile orientates it more towards chopping style cutting motions rather than rolling cuts. 

Care Instructions

This is a carbon steel knife. That means this knife is made of non-stainless steel. There is no or an insufficient amount of chromium and/or nickel to protect this steel against oxidation. Steel such as this will react to moisture and oxygen. That on itself is not a bad thing, you might even argue it’s a great thing. The knife will form a wonderful patina, it will sharpen easily and the edge life will not disappoint.

The care for a carbon steel knife such as this is not very elaborate, and very comparable to any other knife. Always store your knife clean and dry, no dishwasher, don’t let it air-dry and avoid extremely hard products like frozen foods or bones. With carbon steel you want to dry your knife also during cooking, never leave it moist or wet for too long. Often a quick wipe a dry cloth or towel is more than enough. A carbon steel knife can rust if not taken care of properly. Rust can removed but it is of course something we want to avoid.

Please note that there are many different carbon steels, just like stainless steels, each with its own properties and characteristics. Each should be judged individually.

AVAILABLE AT 10:00 THURSDAY  02/02 AT OUR PHYSICAL STORE AND AVAILABLE ONLINE* ON SATURDAY 04/02 AT 10:00.

[SOLD IN STORE, NOT GOING ONLINE] 

*If not sold at our store 

Detailed Spec

Brand: Jiro 次郎
Smith: Jiro Nakagawa 中川 次郎
Producing Area: Nagano/ Japan
Profile: Nakiri
Size: 180mm
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Steel: Yasuki White (Shirogami) #1, Soft Iron Clad
Handle: Tagayasan Western
Total Length: 320mm
Edge Length: 178mm
Handle to Tip Length: 190mm
Blade Height: 59mm
Thickness: 4.1mm
Handle Length: 133mm
Weight: 273g
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Date of manufacture: Decamber 2022
Update: January 13, 2023

*Please understand that all pictures on our website are made of random samples and as most products are made with natural materials by hand the color, appearances and even measurements can slightly vary. Please contact us if you wish to see the exact item we have on hand.