ASAMURA

Chokin (Gold Engraving) Craftsman

CHIBA, JAPAN

A craftsman from Chiba Prefecture with over 50 years of experience in engraving techniques, Asamura creates beautiful works through chōkin (metal engraving), a process of carving intricate patterns and designs into metal surfaces.

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YAMATSUKA

Gin-San (Silver-3 steel), a high-quality knife steel

Sakai City, Osaka

Prefecture with over 50 years of experience. One of the few remaining craftsmen in Japan who forges Gin-San (Silver-3 steel), a high-quality knife steel. Yamatsuka played a pivotal role in elevating the reputation of Gin-San and spreading its use in the knife-making industry.

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YAMATSUKA

Ginsan (Silver 3) Craftsman

Sakai City, Osaka

Craftsman with over 50 years of experience. One of the few remaining craftsmen in Japan who forges Gin-San (Silver-3 steel), a high-quality knife steel. Yamatsuka played a pivotal role in elevating the reputation of Gin-San and spreading its use in the knife-making industry.

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YAMATSUKA

“Ginsan(Silver Steel) is a highly refined steel for making knives, and by commercializing it, I wanted to dispel the common image that stainless steel doesn’t hold an edge”

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ASAMURA

“A design that fits a knife is not immediately apparent. It is a result of trial and error. If I rush to do it I always fail I get all kinds of scratches. So there is no choice I have to be patient.“

MUSASHI GINSAN BLADE

MUSASHI JAPAN showcases the art of forging with a premium steel known as Ginsan(Silver, No. 3). This well-balanced steel offers both exceptional sharpness and impressive rust resistance. This rare technique enhances sharpness, strength, and flexibility, resulting in long-lasting knives.

MUSASHI GINSAN BLADE

MUSASHI JAPAN showcases the art of forging with a premium steel known as Ginsan(Silver, No. 3). This well-balanced steel offers both exceptional sharpness and impressive rust resistance. This rare technique enhances sharpness, strength, and flexibility, resulting in long-lasting knives.

MUSASHI GINSAN BLADE

Silver Steel #3 has cutting performance that feels like high-end carbon steel, as it grips food fibers well instead of sliding off. Many chefs like Silver Steel #3 because it's easy to sharpen on sharpening stones.

MUSASHI GINSAN BLADE

Silver Steel #3 has cutting performance that feels like high-end carbon steel, as it grips food fibers well instead of sliding off. Many chefs like Silver Steel #3 because it's easy to sharpen on sharpening stones.

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