{"title":"Touroku Sakai","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTouroku Sakai – A Connection to Japanese Knife Craftsmanship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTouroku Sakai represents a connection to Japan's rich knife-making heritage, bringing together the skills and craftsmanship of different specialists within Japan's knife industry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than focusing on a single workshop or individual blacksmith, their approach involves working with skilled craftsmen from established knife-making regions, each contributing their own expertise and techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom forging and blade construction to sharpening and finishing, Japanese knife production is built upon generations of specialised knowledge. Touroku Sakai brings these different elements together, offering a collection that reflects the diversity and depth of Japanese knife craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes Japanese knives fascinating is that every region, workshop and craftsman has their own philosophy, techniques and interpretation of what makes a great blade. Touroku Sakai gives us another opportunity to appreciate this diversity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"touroku-sakai-shirogami-1-tsuchime-170mm-bunka","title":"Touroku Sakai - Shirogami #1 Tsuchime 170mm Bunka","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTouroku Sakai – A Connection to Japanese Knife Craftsmanship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTouroku Sakai represents a connection to Japan's rich knife-making heritage, bringing together the skills and craftsmanship of different specialists within Japan's knife industry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than focusing on a single workshop or individual blacksmith, their approach involves working with skilled craftsmen from established knife-making regions, each contributing their own expertise and techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom forging and blade construction to sharpening and finishing, Japanese knife production is built upon generations of specialised knowledge. Touroku Sakai brings these different elements together, offering a collection that reflects the diversity and depth of Japanese knife craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes Japanese knives fascinating is that every region, workshop and craftsman has their own philosophy, techniques and interpretation of what makes a great blade. Touroku Sakai gives us another opportunity to appreciate this diversity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShirogami – White Paper Steel (White Steel)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite Steel, also known as Shirogami (白紙鋼), is one of Japan's most traditional carbon steels used in Japanese kitchen knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterestingly, the name does not come from the colour of the steel itself, but from the white paper used to label and wrap the steel at Hitachi Metals in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are three main grades of Shirogami: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e#1, #2 and #3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The main difference is their carbon content. #1 has the highest, followed by #2 and #3.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenerally, Shirogami #1 can achieve exceptional sharpness and edge retention, while #3 is softer and may be easier to maintain. #2 offers a good balance between the two. The actual performance also depends on heat treatment and blade geometry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the reasons Shirogami is loved by chefs is how easily it responds to sharpening. With a whetstone and a little practice, it can be brought back to an exceptionally sharp edge in a short amount of time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is especially popular among sushi chefs who value precision and clean cuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a reactive carbon steel, Shirogami can oxidise and rust relatively quickly when exposed to moisture. It requires proper care, including cleaning and drying after every use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor those who appreciate traditional Japanese craftsmanship, Shirogami offers a rewarding experience through its sharpness, sharpening response and connection between the knife and the whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin (Made in): Seki, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Touroku Sakai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: Not Disclosed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife Type: Bunka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: San Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind: Double-edged Blade (50\/50 Grind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHagane (Core Steel): Shirogami #1 ( White #1 )\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJigane (Cladding): Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: \u003cspan\u003e61-62 HRC\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Finishes: \n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTsuchime (Hammered)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 170mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Height (at heel): 40mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpine Thickness\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove heel: 2.1mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTip: 2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle\n\u003cul class=\"spec_sublist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e Octagonal Full Ebony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWeight: 130g \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraved Mark: In Japanese Kanji \"Touroku Sakai\" (佐海登录)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the edge may appear black due to the photography lighting, but it is not actually black.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Masaru Knives Malaysia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48283734835398,"sku":null,"price":583.0,"currency_code":"MYR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0563\/3114\/1318\/files\/IMG_9378.jpg?v=1791740134"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0563\/3114\/1318\/collections\/IMG_9376.jpg?v=1791741214","url":"https:\/\/www.masaruknives.com\/collections\/touroku-sakai.oembed","provider":"Masaru Knives Malaysia ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}