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This is Kurotori Blacksmith
About the Craftsman
Kurotori is a family-run forge based in Shimanto Town, Kochi Prefecture, with roots tracing back over 150 years. The lineage began in Kurotori Village, Aki District, where the Kawashima family were once renowned blacksmiths in the region. After the main Kawashima line ended without an heir in the early Meiji period, the forge’s top disciples carried on its legacy. The third disciple, Heiji Kajiwara, moved to Higashimata (now part of Shimanto Town) and established the Kurotori forge as a new branch.
Now led by the fourth generation, Kurotori continues to make blades for everyday use, grounded in the needs of local people. Originally focused on forest and agricultural tools such as sickles, hatchets, and pruning blades, the forge now also produces kitchen knives and stainless steel tools while maintaining its commitment to practical design and handcraftsmanship.
Kurotori Blacksmith Knife Lineup
Knife Details
Includes:
- ・Kurotori Kitchen Knife (size of your choice)
- ・FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING
Kurotori Blacksmith's premium all-purpose knife, meticulously handcrafted for effortless precision. With a mirror-like polished surface and a double-edged blade made from Ginsan #3 stainless steel, this knife ensures durability and sharpness.
Its octagonal walnut handle offers holding comfort, while the rust-resistant stainless steel sides ensure easy maintenance.
This knife comes in a chic decorative box, making it not only the perfect companion for your kitchen, but also the perfect present.
The knife comes in two sizes, full-size and petty-size:
Full-Size: Total length 399mm, blade length 165mm
Petty-Size: Total length 270mm, blade length 135mm
*Each knife is crafted by hand, so there may be slight variations in weight and dimensions. We ask for your kind understanding.
*Depending on the number of orders and smithy availability, it can occasionally take up to 3 weeks for your knife to ship.
*Depending on the value of your order and local import rules in your country, you may be required to pay additional import taxes when your package arrives.
Ships in approx. 2 months
Includes:
- ・Kurotori Butcher Knife
- ・Leather Sheath
- ・FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING
Kurotori Blacksmith's outdoor butcher knife, meticulously handcrafted for effortless precision. Comes with a fitted leather sheath.
Blade material: Aogami No. 2 steel and iron
Handle: Pear wood
Size: Total length 290mm, blade length 180mm, back width approx. 8mm, weight 550g
*Each knife is crafted by hand, so there may be slight variations in weight and dimensions. We ask for your kind understanding.
*Depending on the number of orders and smithy availability, it can occasionally take up to 2 months for your knife to ship.
*Depending on the value of your order and local import rules in your country, you may be required to pay additional import taxes when your package arrives.