Kikusumi NATUR Sakura 2 Japanese Knife Set – 8″ Kiritsuke Gyuto Chef Knife + 5″ Petty Knife Wa Handle 

Kikusumi NATUR Sakura 2 Japanese Knife Set – 8″ Kiritsuke Gyuto Chef Knife + 5″ Petty Knife Wa Handle + Wood Sayas

5.5″ / 13.5 cm Petty Knife
8” / 21 cm Kiritsuke Gyuto Chef Knife
Optional :   Magnolia Wood Saya (sheath) + Pin

KIRITSUKE GYUTO
For cooks who prefer using a full size chef knife, the NATUR Kiritsuke Gyuto 21 cm is the right knife choice. NATUR G3 semi-stainless steel blades are lighter and thinner than usual which makes them easier to handle and maneuver. Professional chefs will enjoy the kiriysuke tip on blade that offers improved scoring precision for ingredients like eggplant, cucumber, fish and wild game. NATUR Kiritsuke Gyuto knife handles everything from small to large foods. The blade depth at the heel allows for an ideal knuckle clearance and can be used to transfer cut food from the cutting board. If you want a knife to handle challenging tasks in the kitchen and reflects a rustic artisan look then this is your knife.

PETTY

For cooks who prefer using a small size petty knife, the NATUR Petty 13.5 cm is the right knife choice.  NATUR G3 semi-stainless steel blades are lighter and thinner than usual which makes them easier to handle and maneuver.  Professional chefs will enjoy the sharp tip on blade that offers improved scoring precision for ingredients like eggplant, cucumber, fish and wild game.  NATUR Petty knife handles everything from small intricate work, carving, scoring and de-stemming foods.  If you want a knife to handle challenging precision tasks in the kitchen and reflects a rustic artisan look then this is your knife.

NATUR SERIES

The  NATUR  collection is 100% forged and handcrafted in Japan for those who love the craftsmanship and values of the artisan tradition.  Traditional & modern forging combined to produce high quality steel accented with natural woods and detailed refinements.  NATUR series of knives are built with sustainably harvested woods that will last decades.  NATUR captures the best qualities of the forging spirit in a knife that is authentically artisan in every detail.  It offers the cook a remarkably precise cutting tool with a rustic yet refined aesthetic.

SAKURA HANDLES

We created these as mono-handles so the pure beauty of the Sakura wood shines through.   Sakura is considered a high-end wood in Japan used for musical instruments & furniture.  Sakura is iconically associated witht the Spring sakura blossom festivals.  The texture is dense and smooth. The wood surface is finished beautifully with traditional Japanese polishing techniques.  Sakura wood is resistant to cracking and is less likely to warp or be deformed thanks to its tough viscoelasticity. A high oil content and resin sealed handle resists water.

SUSTAINABLY HARVESTED WOOD

At Kikusumi we are committed to a future where we grow our resources and replace them.  This means we grow our resources and replace them.  When sourced responsibly, wood can play a big part in helping tackle climate change as healthy forests help offset carbon emissions. The sakura forest in is managed carefully to avoid overharvesting because it is considered to be such a valuable source of the wood.  Today responsible forest stewardship is an important element of sustainable growth and Kikusumi sakura handles fulfill this goal of using resources responsibly.

G3 STEEL

At Kiksusumi we work with only the best forgers and artisans and the NATUR series represents this well. The quality of a knife depends not only on the type of steel but also the quality of the forging.  Blades forged 100% in Tosa, Japan offers a superior blend of tradition and modern knife making than those made elsewhere.  G3 steel is a breakthrough in metallurgy that combines the performance of high-carbon steel with the convenience of a semi-stainless steel.  Simply dry after use and it won’t rust.  No need to oil blades. G3 steel is easy to sharpen and holds it edge better than stainless steels.  Similar in performance to shirogami #2 but without the high maintenance so you can enjoy cooking more.

FINE DETAILS

Each Sakura octagonal mono-handle is finished with a tradtional yakking (burned) logo just like it was done back in the Edo period.  Blades receive 3 beautiful kanji engravings that express its orgins.  菊 炭 KIKUSUMI   銀三 G3  土佐TOSA