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Includes:
- Santoku Kitchen Knife (handcrafted from steel, 31cm length, 16.5cm blade length, double bevel)
- Red Sharpening Stone (15cm x 4cm x 3cm)
- FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING
This handcrafted knife is made from Aogami No. 2 steel and soft iron and has a Sakura wood handle. The blade is engraved with the signature of the smithy.
This item includes a small whetstone you can use to keep your blade clean and sharp.
*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.
*This knife is made from steel, so it is normal for a certain amount of rust to form over time. Please use the sharpening stone included with your order to remove any rust. You will find a video which explains how to sharpen your knife at the bottom of this page.
*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.
This is Nakamura Hamono
Story
Forging Tradition: Four Generations of Nakamura Hamono
Swordsmith Eiji Nakamura opened his smithy - Nakamura Hamono - in 1900 in Oita to provide the local community with practical tools for farming and daily life. Today, his 74-year-old grandson Tetsuyoshi Nakamura runs the shop, along with his son and fourth-generation blacksmith, Kozo Nakamura.
The two craftsmen keep to traditional crafting techniques while adapting to modern needs. They create kitchen knives, household cutlery, farming tools, and professional knives. Known for their uniquely creative knives made from fine steels, Nakamura Hamono blends practical functionality with a distinctly Japanese style.

History
Crafted for Life
The Nakamura family takes great pride in making strong and durable blades, using skills passed down through the generations.

History
Experience the Edge of Tradition
Nakamura Hamono's commitment to quality ensures every blade is made to last. Get one of their finely crafted blades and experience true Japanese craftsmanship.
How to Sharpen your knife
Caring for your knife will make it last you for decades. After use, wash it with clean hot water, dry it off thoroughly, and place it in newspaper to prevent rusting. Check out the video below for more information on how to sharpen your knife with a sharpening stone, and how to store it safely.