Yoshimi Kato (Kintaro) Nashiji Santoku 170 mm Aogami Super (Blue Super, AS) Gouken 31 mm Width of Spine

31 mm  Width of Spine Above Heel

The special high-temperature treatment technique developed by Yoshikawa actually penetrates into the surface of the steel

This traditional kiritsuke features a 230mm edge length

Diatom mud absorbs water and becomes brittle and loses it durability

Yoshimi Kato (Kintaro) Nashiji Santoku 170 mm Aogami Super (Blue Super, AS) Gouken 31 mm Width of SpineYoshimi Kato, the son of Master Hiroshi Kato is now taking over as the main blacksmith for the long established brand Kintaro () from Takefu Knife Village. Kato san often work with Kurosaki and their knives are very similar in terms of geometry and grind. He is also responsbile for many knives produced under other brands such as Kotetsu, Kanehiro and Masagake. Measurements Measurements Weight g Total Length mm Tip to Heel Length mm Blade Height at