Tosa Hot Forged Shirogami Bunka 170mm — Made by Yamashin

Knife Type: Bunka (multi-purpose knife with kiritsuke-style tip) Blade Length: 170 mm Blade Material: Shirogami (White #1) Carbon Steel Construction: Hot-forged, hand-crafted Edge Geometry: Double bevel (V-edge) Blade Finish: Kurouchi (blacksmith finish) Handle Material: Walnut wood Ferrule Material: Pakkawood Handle Shape: Octagonal Blade Hardness: Approx. 61–62 HRC Weight: ~160–180g (varies slightly due to hand-forging) Ideal Use: All-purpose cutting — ideal for slicing, chopping, mincing, and precise tip work Maintenance: Hand wash and dry immediately; oil blade regularly to prevent rust

Tosa Hot Forged Shirogami Santoku 135mm — Made by Yamashin

Knife Type: Santoku (multi-purpose knife) Blade Length: 135 mm Blade Material: Shirogami (White #1) Carbon Steel Construction: Hot-forged, hand-crafted Edge Geometry: Traditional Japanese grind (double bevel) Blade Finish: Kurouchi (blacksmith finish) Handle Material: Walnut wood Ferrule Material: Pakkawood Handle Shape: Octagonal Blade Hardness: Approx. 61–62 HRC Weight: ~120–140g (varies slightly due to hand-forging) Ideal Use: Everyday kitchen tasks — slicing, chopping, and dicing vegetables, fish, and meat Maintenance: Hand wash and dry immediately; oil blade regularly to prevent rust