Hozantomoe White Steel No.2 Black Finished Petty-Utility 135mm Olive Tree and Black Resin Handle Dark Blue Stabilized Wood Shungo Ogata is a young

Shungo Ogata is a young craftsman at Takefu Knife Village in Fukui Prefecture

Handle Length: 115mm (4

Handle Material: SP Type III (Volcano)

In 1945 research into stainless steels was still fairly limited

These chopsticks allow handling of hot food with one hand

Hozantomoe White Steel No.2 Black Finished Petty-Utility 135mm Olive Tree and Black Resin Handle Dark Blue Stabilized Wood Shungo Ogata is a young"Hocho" which means kitchen knife in Japan, is derived from the name of an ancient master chef whose cutting skills were extraordinary. Japanese knives, created by blade and handle craftsmen, are a traditional art that boasts excellent sharpness and ease of use. Zanba designs the harmony of craftsmen and deepens the new formative beauty. Specifications: Knife Type: Petty Utility Steel Type: White Steel No. 2 (Carbon Steel, Rust Prone) Blade Hardness: