[General Features]
Shojiro's all-purpose kitchen knives are unique in shape --- "No two are exactly alike" --- with blades made by the traditional Japanese "Sohi-zukuri" method and handles made of old-fashioned bamboo.
"Sohi-zukuri" is an ancient Japanese traditional method of making knives by beating heated iron without using a mold, and no two knives made by this method have the same shape, each of which is unique in the world. The method has been used in Japanese sword production since ancient times, and is in line with the manufacturing technology of Japanese swords. The proven sharpness of blade itself as well as the longevity of the sharpness are the feature of knives made with the Sohi-zukuri.
The Yasugi steel is painstakingly forged by hand in its Sohi-zukuri process to increase its tenacity and strength, and then further beaten to shape the blade.
In addition, the bamboo handle not only creates an ancient Japanese taste, but is further waterproofed to make it extremely durable and resistant to water and dirt, and it fits so well in your hand that you cannot let it go.
We highly recommend you to try this one of the sharpest knives available, especially as a best gift because it can be used for a long time.
[Product details]
- Manufacturer : Shojiro Hasami Hamono Kougei Co.,Ltd. (JAPAN)
- Blade Steel Type : High Carbon Steel [Yasugi Steel], Traditional Sohi-Zukuri processed
- Texture on Blade : Black-colored (Kurouchi)
- Handle Material : Natural bamboo, Waterproof processed
- Knife Type : Bannou Santoku Knife
- Blade Length : 165mm (6.5in.)
- Total Length : 285mm (11.2in.)
- Weight : 150g
- Blade Edge : Single edged (for Right-handed persons)
- Brand NEW
- Made in JAPAN
| Item No. | Item Name | Blade Length | Total Length | Weight | Blade Edge |
| SR-Y2K-BN210-BMN | Bannou Knife | 210mm (8.3in.) | 345mm (13.6in.) | 250g | Single edged |
| SR-Y2K-BN180-BMN | Bannou Knife | 180mm (7.1in.) | 305mm (12.0in.) | 185g | Single edged |
| SR-Y2K-BN165-BMN | Bannou Knife | 165mm (6.5in.) | 285mm (11.2in.) | 150g | Single edged |
| SR-Y2K-BN150-BMN | Bannou Knife | 150mm (5.9in.) | 270mm (10.6in.) | 118g | Single edged |
| SR-Y2K-PT130-BMN | Petty Knife(Utility) | 130mm (5.1in.) | 245mm (9.6in.) | 80g | Single edged |
| SR-Y2K-PT090-BMN | Petty Knife(Utility) | 90mm (3.5in.) | 210mm (8.3in.) | 71g | Single edged |
*** The images in this page are of the sample products. Color, weight, pattern, size and shape may differ because each product is handmade. Especially each blade by "Sohi-zukuri" has unique shape different from each other because of the method using no mold.
*** Scratches, dents from forging and gap at the junction of handle are not any subject of claim, so please do not buy if you are concerned about them. Because in order to enjoy the traditional techniques from ancient times, the scratches and dents from forging are left as they are.
*** The kurouchi (black finished) areas may have a light brown color, which is due to the color during real-manual forging, not red rust due to humidity - No problem in terms of quality or hygiene.
*** Please be noted that it may take a few months to restock if the item should not be available, because this series is made-to-order by skilled blacksmiths.
[about Shojiro]
Shojiro has its factory at Narita in Chiba Prefecture, and Yoichiro Ishizuka is the fifth generation of Shojiro. Going back in time, the first generation was a swordsmith.
The traditional manufacturing method, called "Sohi-zukuri," originates from the Japanese sword-making technique, in which a blacksmith manipulates metal and fire to form the blade, which requires a high level of craftsmanship.Yoichiro also shapes the curves of his kitchen knives by hammering an iron block without using any mold at all. He creates blades that, once in the hands of a customer, they say, "I can't use anything else anymore !"
Most of countries in the world is likely to be available for our shipment. We have a lot of delivery experience to the listed countries.
FedEx and EMS(Japan Post) are now available for Faster and more Secure delivery for your country.
Please check the expected delivery time >> JapanPost | FedEx | DHL
- The tracking number by Japan Post can be traced in a few days after shipment in a web site as follows,
"https://www.track-trace.com/post" or "here"
- The tracking number by FedEx can be traced in a few days after shipment in a web site as follows,
"https://www.fedex.com/en-jp/home.html"
- Please be noted the following in advance, because FedEx has a few requirement in some countries.
(1) In the U.S. and Canada, delivery to any PO Box is unavailable by FedEx. If your address contains PO Box, we may ship through Japan Post.
Or "FedEx Ship Center" can substitute for "PO Box" to pick up your parcel. Check your nearest Center and use the address when ordering items.
(2) In Russia, delivery to any personal address is often unavailable. If your address is not enterprise, we may ship through Japan Post.
(3) FedEx Express (Connect Plus) is available to countries listed by FedEx, alternative to FedEx Priority & Economy shipping services.
If it gets available to your country, FedEx Express is autonatically applied to the shipping service of your order instead without prior notice.
(4) If you select one of FedEx shipping services, we may ship your order by an equivalent service such as DHL Express for certain reasons.
- The tracking number by DHL can be traced in a few days after shipment in a web site as follows,
"https://www.logistics.dhl/jp-en/home.html"
- Please be noted the following in advance.
(1) In the U.S. and Canada, delivery to any PO Box is unavailable by DHL. If your address contains PO Box, we may ship through Japan Post.
(2) In Russia, delivery to any personal address is often unavailable. If your address is not enterprise, we may ship through Japan Post.
(3) If you select DHL Express, we may ship your order by an equivalent service such as FedEx Priority or FedEx Express for certain reasons.
