Yoshimi Kato (Kintaro) SG2 / R2 Damascus Gyuto 240 mmPoplular Yoshimi Kato (Kintaro) Damascus SG2 Gyuto 210mm with rosewood handle ====== Yoshimi Kato, the son of Master Hiroshi Kato is now taking over as the main blacksmith for the long established brand Kintaro () from Takefu Knife Village. Kato san often work with Kurosaki and their knives are very similar in terms of geometry and grind. He is also responsbile for many knives produced under other brands such as Kotetsu, Kanehiro and Masagake.

No bending

Masamoto Sohonten

189 mm  Blade Height at Heel

the Gouken line was introduced

just let them air dry so they can dry evenly

Thickness at 1 cm from the tip: 0

62 Handle Design

- No Soaking of contaminants

As “The three major origins of blades in the world”

Practical for both right and left-handed cooks

Octagonal ebony handle with black horn ferrule and single white spacer

maintenance is easy