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Yoshimi Kato - VG10 Nashiji Santoku 165mm

Yoshimi Kato - VG10 Nashiji Santoku 165mm

Yoshimi Kato — Craftsmanship at Its Sharpest

At Sharp Supply, we’re proud to carry the work of Yoshimi Kato, one of Takefu Knife Village’s most respected bladesmiths. Trained by his father-in-law, master blacksmith Hiroshi Kato, Yoshimi blends centuries-old Echizen forging tradition with a modern, performance-driven approach.

Kato’s knives are known for their precision heat treatment, sleek, laser-thin grinds, and beautiful Damascus finishes. Working with steels like SG2/R2, Aogami Super, and VG-10, he creates blades that hit the sweet spot between sharpness, durability, and everyday usability.

If you’re chasing a knife that delivers pro-level performance with real Japanese craftsmanship behind it, Yoshimi Kato is the kind of maker you buy once and use for life.

  • Style: Santoku
  • Core Steel: VG10
  • Cladding Steel: Stainless Steel 
  • Finish: Nashiji Damascus
  • Blade Length: 165mm
  • Blade Height At Heel: 45mm
  • Spine Thickness Above Heel: 2.8mm
  • Weight: 145g
  • Handle: Octagonal Oak Enkoku 

 

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