Master Craftsman of Modern Times, Shinji Fujishita Made by Shinji Fujishita The Japanese government named Shinji a "Contemporary Master Craftsman" in 2008. Unfortunately, he passed away, so this is a very precious knife he ever made. His skill in making knives is different from others. It maintains a great balance and cuts well. The blade is super sharp, although it is very thin. This is the main characteristic of all his knives! Atsu-uchi Kasumi Finish Nishi-gata Nakiri Bocho, Blade length approx. 135mm, Total length approx. 280mm, Weight approx. 115g Steel: Shirogami No. 2 (using steel known for short stopping distance and sharp cutting) Walnut Shinogi Handle (walnut oil makes it water-resistant and durable) Double-edged Because it is Atsu-uchi (thick), the spine is thick, making it stable and easy to use. The balance is excellent, and the sharpness is outstanding, allowing for light and effortless cutting. A knife that doesn't tire you out while cooking. It is also very beautiful to look at. This is a handmade forged knife by Shinji Fujishita, who was also selected as a Master Craftsman of Modern Times. A top-quality cooking knife. He has passed away, and it is now a rare and highly valuable item that is no longer available. Fujishita, who is well-versed in Shirogami steel, creates a razor-sharp cutting edge. His remarkable technique lies not only in the outstanding sharpness but also in the excellent balance of the finish. He is famous for his soba-cutting knives, but his household knives are also wonderfully finished. The fact that the blade is very thin yet has a sharp edge is common to all his works. At 135mm, it is small, but it is lightweight and has excellent sharpness, making it a very user-friendly knife. This was found while decluttering the warehouse of my family's hardware store, which has been closed. We handled many authentic blades. Knives made by Japanese craftsmen are wonderful! If you are looking for a genuine knife, take this opportunity! No price reduction! #HandmadeForgedKnife #ForgedKnife #NakiriBocho #SantokuBocho