Kyohei Shindo Warikomi Blue #2 Kurouchi Santoku 165mm Keyaki Handle

Experience the raw, handcrafted character of a Tosa blacksmith's Santoku - ultra-thin, Kurouchi-finished, and built to develop a beautiful patina.

The Specs

• Blacksmith: Kyohei Shindo
• Steel: Aogami #2 (Blue Paper Steel)
• Cladding: Iron (Warikomi construction)
• Finish: Kurouchi (blacksmith's forge finish)
• Grind: Even 50/50
• Blade length: 165mm
• Blade height: 53.4mm
• Spine thickness: 4.5mm with blacksmith taper to tip
• Weight: 134g
• Handle: Keyaki (Japanese elm) with plastic ferrule, Wa-style
• Origin: Tosa, Japan

About Kyohei Shindo

Kyohei Shindo is a talented young blacksmith based in Tosa, Kochi Prefecture - a region with a centuries-long tradition of blade-making. He's building a cult following for his ultra-thin knife designs that punch well above their price point. The Warikomi construction sandwiches Aogami #2 carbon steel between iron cladding, giving the blade a reactive core that develops a beautiful patina with use while keeping the cladding easy to maintain. The Kurouchi finish is left from the forge - raw, rustic, and full of character. The keyaki handle is made from Japanese elm, one of the most beautiful native hardwoods.

Care and Maintenance

• Hand wash only - never dishwasher
• Dry immediately after use - carbon steel will rust if left wet
• Apply a light coat of food-safe oil if storing long-term
• Hone regularly on a ceramic rod or leather strop
• Sharpen on whetstones (1000/3000 grit recommended)
• Store on a magnetic rack or in a saya (blade guard)