Product Name: Fukube Kaji / SHINBU Knife Category: Tableware/Kitchen > Kitchen Tools Country of Origin: Made in Japan "SHINBU," an all-purpose knife that showcases the skills of Noto. This versatile knife, based on the "Ika-saki Bocho" (squid splitting knife) born in Japan's three major fishing ports for squid, is resistant to rust and water. It features high-quality Yasugi Steel Blue Paper No. 2 for the blade and stainless steel for the base metal. The handle is made of reinforced wood and Japanese zelkova (keyaki), treated to be water-resistant, making it easy to handle at home. It can also be used as a small deba knife. Suitable for handling small fish like squid, horse mackerel, and Japanese whiting, it's a versatile knife for home use, outdoor activities, and fishing. For more details, please visit the following website: https://fukubekaji.jp/shinbu/ This product is priced at 33,000 yen. Fukube Kaji A blacksmith that has been producing tools for over 100 years, supporting those who work in the satoyama and satoumi (managed woodlands and seascapes) of Noto. The tools used in the rich natural environment of the Noto Peninsula have different designs depending on their use in the sea or mountains. The blades use "Yasugi Steel Blue Paper" to maintain sharpness, and the heat treatment uses local "pine charcoal." Skilled craftsmen continue to carefully create these difficult-to-mass-produce blacksmith tools, just as they have in the past. ■ Size Total length: 245mm Blade length: 120mm Blade width: 35mm Thickness: 4mm ■ Weight 110g ■ Materials Blade: Steel (Blue Paper No. 2) Base metal: Stainless steel Handle: Natural Japanese zelkova (keyaki) Bolster: Laminated reinforced wood