Masakage Shimo knives are on KnifeLeader.eu! They are made by blacksmith Yu Kurosaki, now famous for his Japanese knives with original blades. His workshop is located in the Takefu Cutlery Village, where he can share his skills with other Japanese craftsmen and continue to learn from them, creating a veritable community in the cutlery world. Kurosaki san has designed the Masakage Shimo series of knives inspired by frost (translated as "shimo") to forge blades with a unique damascus and icy appearance. These blades are made of White Paper Steel (also known as Shirogami), an alloy composed of up to 1.2% carbon: its cutting edge is rigid to guarantee a high-performance cutting edge! The handle is made of long-lasting magnolia wood and comes with a black pakawood bolster. Discover the chef's knife, the universal knife or the Masakage santoku in this complete range for a wide variety of cuts! Opt for the efficiency and unique design of Masakage Shimo Japanese kitchen knives!