{"title":"Yoshikazu Ikeda","description":"\u003cp\u003eYoshikazu Ikeda (池田美和) is a blacksmith from Sakai, Osaka, known for his honyaki knives. He began learning the craft under his father in 1967, established Ikeda Tanrenjo in 1983 and received Japan’s Traditional Craftsman certification in 1988.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA tradition of Sakai craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIkeda’s work includes mizu-honyaki and suminagashi knives. His experience at the forge is part of Sakai’s tradition of specialist craftsmanship, in which forging, sharpening and handle fitting are carried out by craftspeople with different skills. This distinction matters when choosing a knife: the blacksmith, sharpener and handle maker each contribute to the finished piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore Yoshikazu Ikeda knives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur selection includes White #1 mizu honyaki kiritsuke and yanagiba knives, with fitted-handle and blade-only options on selected listings. Explore each product page for its construction, sharpener where specified, dimensions and handle choices. Blade-only options require a suitable handle before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese White #1 carbon-steel blades need careful maintenance: hand wash, dry thoroughly and avoid soaking or dishwashers. A patina will develop with use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eMaker background: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.uk.emb-japan.go.jp\/SeasonCulture\/event\/2021\/202110\/07-JHL-SakaiForgedKnives.html\"\u003eEmbassy of Japan profile\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kougeishi.jp\/kougeishi_kougeishi_id-501987.html\"\u003eJapan’s Traditional Craftsman register\u003c\/a\u003e. Sakai’s production tradition: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sakaidensan.jp\/crafts\/knife\"\u003eSakai Traditional Crafts Museum\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"yoshikazu-ikeda-white-1-mizu-honyaki-kiritsuke-220mm","title":"Yoshikazu Ikeda White #1 Mizu Honyaki Kiritsuke 220mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eYoshikazu Ikeda White #1 Mizu Honyaki Kiritsuke 220mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA White #1 carbon-steel kiritsuke by Yoshikazu Ikeda, combining a flowing hamon with a distinctive angled tip. The measured 200 mm cutting edge and 48.5 mm heel height offer a compact working length for controlled slicing and precise kitchen preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMizu honyaki construction uses a single piece of steel, differentially hardened and quenched in water. The visible hamon reflects this hardening process and gives each blade its own character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose your handle option\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrisma Handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e A complete knife fitted with the multicoloured Prisma handle shown in the Prisma Handle gallery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplied without a handle, as shown in the Blade Only gallery. A suitable handle must be fitted before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yoshikazu Ikeda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSharpener:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shotaro Nomura\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kiritsuke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel:\u003c\/strong\u003e White #1 (Shirogami #1) carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mizu honyaki, water quenched\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasured blade \/ cutting-edge length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal blade length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 220 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall length with Prisma handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 355 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade height at heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine thickness at heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine thickness at midpoint:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine thickness near tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.1 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight with Prisma handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 211 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 220 mm designation refers to the total blade length; the measured cutting edge is 200 mm. Measurements are approximate. The overall length and weight above refer to the Prisma-handled knife. For the blade-only option, finished dimensions and weight depend on the handle fitted. Hamon and appearance may vary between individual blades.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite #1 is reactive carbon steel and will develop a patina with use. Hand wash, wipe the blade during preparation and dry thoroughly after use. Do not soak or put in a dishwasher. Apply a light coat of food-safe blade oil before extended storage. Use a wooden or suitable synthetic cutting board; avoid bones, frozen food, twisting and prying. 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Its 293 mm cutting edge provides length for smooth, controlled slicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMizu honyaki construction uses a single piece of steel, differentially hardened and quenched in water. The mirror finish on the hira highlights the blade's surface and the character of its hamon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose your handle option\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEbony \u0026amp; Horn:\u003c\/strong\u003e A complete knife fitted with the ebony handle and horn ferrule shown in the photos. Overall length: 440 mm. Weight: 257 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplied without a handle. Blade weight: 190 g. A suitable handle must be fitted before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yoshikazu Ikeda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSharpener:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shotaro Nomura\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yanagiba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel:\u003c\/strong\u003e White #1 (Shirogami #1) carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mizu honyaki, water quenched\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mirror finish on the hira\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal blade length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 310 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting-edge length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 293 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall length with ebony and horn handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 440 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade height at heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine thickness at heel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.8 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine thickness at midpoint:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.8 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpine thickness near tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.1 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade-only weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 190 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight with ebony and horn handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 257 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 310 mm designation refers to the total blade length; the measured cutting edge is 293 mm. 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This 245 mm gyuto is available as a bare blade or fitted with the pictured blue Prisma handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose your handle option\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e supplied without a handle, for fitting with your preferred wa handle. Blade weight: 158 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrisma Handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e fitted with the pictured blue Prisma handle. 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