Hatsukokoro Hyomon Damascus White #2

Hatsukokoro is a brand from Amagasaki close to Osaka City. They collaborate with various blacksmiths and sharpeners around Japan and develop new series in an attempt to make some of the best knives in the world, but also really good knives in a lower price range to be able to supply all different needs.

This knife is 100% hand-forged with the most beautiful hand-folded Damascus we have seen in a long time, which provides a nice contrast to the perfect mirror polish.

Blacksmith Takahiro Nihei is a craftsman from Fukushima Prefecture, he started an apprenticeship with Yoshikane Hamono in Sanjo in 2011 to develop his blacksmithing skills. He is well trained in forging, grinding and engraving during his time at Sanjo, with exceptional attention to detail. In 2019, Takarhiro started his own workshop in Fukushima City.