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Kiridashi knives are highly sought after even abroad. They are all around multipurpose knives that can be used for various work such as carpentry, whittling, marking, pencil sharpening, paper cutting, leatherwork and so on. This particular knife is made of Yasugi Steel, resistant to chipping and abrasion and thus known as a "forever sharp" knife material! This high-quality steel is layered with one layer of softer iron making it much easier to sharpen!
Versatile and High-Quality!

Japanese Kumihimo Carving Knife
A collaboration between two amazing centers of Japanese craftsmanship brings to life a brilliantly traditional Japanese knife! The Kiridashi Knife! A versatile knife that can be used not only to shave wood but also do delicate tasks!
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Tsubame-Sanjo x Kyoto

Sanjo Cutlery, like this knife, is the name of the items that have been produced in Tsubame-Sanjo for centuries by extremely skilled craftsmen using methods perfected since ancient times, and are known for being extremely durable, and resistant to abrasion. The Kyo Kumihimo used for the grip is made in Kyoto and the way the thread wraps around the blade allows you to hold the knife with confidence. The Kumihimo appeared during the Heian period and has a very long history, as it used to be addorning samurai's armours and swords!