One of the main reasons why I came to Japan was to buy a knife. This knife had to be special and call my name from miles away. The world knows that Japan is the leading power of sword and knife smithing. They have been for a thousand years and more. It only makes sense to honor that tradition and bring a knife home from one of these masters.
I did some research and found a knife smith in Kyoto. This shop has been open since 1190, pre onin war. For generations upon generations, the Shigeharu name has been forging Strong and proper Japanese steel. It is a privelage and an honor to have a knife from this ancient establishment.
Knife master hand hammering my name and his into my Deba, fish knife.
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