Nao Yamamoto White Steel No.2 Kurouchi Nakiri 180mm Cherry Wood HandleNao Yamomoto Born in 1979. After serving Masami Azai's (Echizen Marukatsu) apprenticeship, went thru further apprenticeship with Kamotou Hamono in Takefu. Several years ago, once again, worked with Mr. Azai and inherited his techniques and 'Echizen Marukatsu' inscription. Nao Yamamoto is most noteworthy blacksmith today. Manufactures from kitchen knives to short sword and his talent is seen in wide area. Selecting stainless like VG10 Damascus, or

Weight: 167g

is famous for their durable and hard sharpening stones

Fits the Petty 150mm

Although Korin does not carry the Tsubaki oil for cosmetic purposes

Length:140mm (5")

Weight: 75g (2

Hiki-zukuri

Length and width: 440mm × 780mm

Ferrule Material: Black Pakka wood

Blade Height: 49mm (1

Handle Material: Marronnier

Several years ago