Jikko VG10 17 Layer Gyuto 170mm Ebony Wood HandleJikko Jikko's founder, Itaro Jikko started manufacturing cutlery more than 100 years ago as a sharpener. Once in a lifetime encounter: "Think of it as a once in a lifetime encounter and do our best for the other party" is their motto They value the teachings of the great Sakai man, Sen no Rikyu, and continue to make knives with a once in a lifetime spirit. They are particular about finishing details such as the back and chin of the knife.

yet affordable  Eoishi E(sharpening stones)

Blade Height: 35mm (1

Knife Type: Japanese Santoku & Petty

The breathable Magnolia wood material protects knife blades from corrosion

yet affordable ‘toishi’ (sharpening stones)

Weight: 143g (5 ounces)

Turnaround time is 1-3 weeks

Weight: 62g

Blade Height: 30mm (1

Weight: 112g (4 ounces)

you will likely see Suehiro sharpening stones almost everywhere

The Magnolia wood material has also been used in Samurai sword sheaths