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"Shuji Toyama" Kensaki Gyuto 270mm Limited Edition "Sazareishi" Black Damascus
"SAZAREISHI"
“Sazareishi” is a special custom-made knife that crystallizes nearly seventy years of skill and experience accumulated by Sanjo blacksmith Shuji Toyama.
The forging marks left on the surface of the blade evoke the rugged texture of stone shaped by the passage of time, reflecting the long journey of discipline, trial, and refinement that defines Toyama’s life as a craftsman.
In contrast, the carefully polished edge reveals delicate layered patterns born from laminated steel, where the techniques and experience he has cultivated over decades emerge as a subtle, quiet, and refined glow.
The word Sazareishi refers to an image found in Japan’s national anthem: small, separate stones gathering over vast stretches of time to become an unshakable rock.
True to its name, this work embodies the countless experiences and techniques Shuji Toyama has accumulated throughout his life—coming together in a knife that holds a calm yet powerful presence.
*It comes with a wooden box. The title of the work and the artist's name will be written in calligraphy.
Specifications:
• Type: Wagyuto
• Finish: Black Damascus
• Steel: Aogami #2 core with soft iron cladding
• Handle: Buffalo Magnolia Handle
• Total Length: 440mm
• Blade Length: 270mm
• Blade Height: 55mm
• Maximum Spine Thickness: 5mm
• Mid-Spine Thickness: 3mm
• Weight: 338g
Please note that each knife is meticulously handcrafted, so slight variations in the specifications may exist.
Usage Guidelines:
• While this knife is exceptionally sharp, it is also susceptible to rust.
• After use, please wash and thoroughly dry the knife to prevent rusting.
• Mr. Shuji Toyama's knives are meticulously sharpened to achieve the ultimate sharpness and ease of maintenance. The thin blade edge is designed for precision, so please be cautious not to apply excessive force, as it may lead to chipping.
*Prices listed on our online store do not include customs duties, VAT and other taxes outside Japan, so they will need to be paid separately.
“Sazareishi” is a special custom-made knife that crystallizes nearly seventy years of skill and experience accumulated by Sanjo blacksmith Shuji Toyama.
The forging marks left on the surface of the blade evoke the rugged texture of stone shaped by the passage of time, reflecting the long journey of discipline, trial, and refinement that defines Toyama’s life as a craftsman.
In contrast, the carefully polished edge reveals delicate layered patterns born from laminated steel, where the techniques and experience he has cultivated over decades emerge as a subtle, quiet, and refined glow.
The word Sazareishi refers to an image found in Japan’s national anthem: small, separate stones gathering over vast stretches of time to become an unshakable rock.
True to its name, this work embodies the countless experiences and techniques Shuji Toyama has accumulated throughout his life—coming together in a knife that holds a calm yet powerful presence.
*It comes with a wooden box. The title of the work and the artist's name will be written in calligraphy.
Specifications:
• Type: Wagyuto
• Finish: Black Damascus
• Steel: Aogami #2 core with soft iron cladding
• Handle: Buffalo Magnolia Handle
• Total Length: 440mm
• Blade Length: 270mm
• Blade Height: 55mm
• Maximum Spine Thickness: 5mm
• Mid-Spine Thickness: 3mm
• Weight: 338g
Please note that each knife is meticulously handcrafted, so slight variations in the specifications may exist.
Usage Guidelines:
• While this knife is exceptionally sharp, it is also susceptible to rust.
• After use, please wash and thoroughly dry the knife to prevent rusting.
• Mr. Shuji Toyama's knives are meticulously sharpened to achieve the ultimate sharpness and ease of maintenance. The thin blade edge is designed for precision, so please be cautious not to apply excessive force, as it may lead to chipping.
*Prices listed on our online store do not include customs duties, VAT and other taxes outside Japan, so they will need to be paid separately.
¥215,000 ($1,376.00)
*Payments will be paid in Japanese yen. The price in the foreign currency is a rough estimate.
*Tax included.
*Shipping fee is not included.More information
*This item can be shipped outside of Japan.
