Hatsukokoro Nakagawa

The Hatsukokoro brand represents their in-house line, expertly crafted by some of the most skilled blacksmiths, whose identities are often undisclosed. The Ginsan Series, created by Satoshi Nakagawa, a protege of the renowned Kenichi Shiraki and now recognized as one of Japan's top 5 blacksmiths, showcases the pinnacle of their artistry. Fashioned from Silver3 stainless steel, renowned for its sharpness and excellent edge retention yet ease of sharpening, and expertly honed by Morihio San, a revered sharpener in Sakai, these knives boast unparalleled quality.