Our team is delighted to present Sakai Takayuki Byakko handcrafted knives! Sakai Takayuki offers you Japanese knives forged by Kenji Togashi, a great master blacksmith from the Sakai region who has been practicing since the 1960s. Kenji san is a Traditional Master Craftsman certified by the Japanese government in the 90s for his long experience and great know-how. A talented blacksmith, he is capable of forging Honyaki blades! With Sakai Takayuki, Kenji Togashi offers you knives rich in know-how and with a very elegant look. Japanese byakko sakai takayuki knives feature a San Maï blade with a core made from top-of-the-range Shirogami #1 steel, reaching a hardness of 62 HRC. The cutting edge is sharp and long-lasting! Sharpening sessions are spaced out, andstone sharpening remains easy despite the rigidity of Shirogami #1 steel. Whether you choose a yanagiba or a sakimaru takohiki knife, you're opting for a high-quality forged Japanese knife. This quality is also reflected in the choice of materials used for the handles. The handle is made of precious ebony, with a buffalo horn bolster and base. The ebony, with its dark brown, almost black, hue, is highly refined, and the buffalo horn reinforces its elegant character. With its octagonal shape, the handle of this handcrafted Japanese knife gives you a perfect grip by hugging your palm. These knives by Sakai Takayuki are ideal for extended cutting! Find all our handcrafted Japanese knives on KnifeLeader.eu!