Miyabi - Kaizen 9.5-inch Slicing Knife - Black

Each elegant MIYABI Koh knife is crafted in Seki, Japan. There, MIYABI artisans merge rich Japanese tradition with expert German engineering and stateoftheart steels to produce these ultimate kitchen knives.Advanced FC61 fine carbide stainless steel 61 hardness on the Rockwell scale provides unsurpassed corrosion and chip resistance. This cuttingedge steel ensures the handhoned blades retain their impressive sharpness for a long time. Thanks to an innovative, icehardened process, the FRIODURx2 blades offer remarkable durability, sharpness, and cutting performance.The stunning blades are finished with a true katana edge, homage to the samurai swords made in Seki centuries ago, and feature an embossed MIYABI logo. Stylishly stamped with a silver mosaic pin, the exquisite octagonshaped handle feels as good as it looks. The Pakkawood handle supports both Western chopping and Asian rocking cuts experience ergonomic perfection with each slice.

Introducing Hisho, Merging MIYABI’s top Eastern and Western knife collections, delivering the best in form and function.Inspired by the Japanese word for “soaring,” Hisho is designed to take you to new heights, embrace new opportunities, and elevate with purpose. Created for ambitious chefs, the Hisho collection is not just about cutting—it’s about carving a new path, slicing with intention, and rising to meet your highest potential.The MIYABI Hisho collection is marked by a wideblade style designed to maximize knuckle clearance and is perfectly proportioned for cutting through large produce and piles of food. At its core, Hisho is crafted from resilient FC61 super steel, known for its durability and strength. The blade is finished with a rippled, precisionhammered pattern that acts as a distinct mark of the artisan’s hand—no two blades are alike.Curved for comfort and thicker at the end to prevent slipping, the triplerivet handles encourage fatiguefree cutting. A rounded spine, heel, and bolster, plus nine hand finishing steps ensure these handles have unsurpassed ergonomics.

MIYABI moves one step closer to perfection with Kaizen II Japanese for “improvement” or "change for the better." The Kaizen II collection boasts traditional Japanese craftsmanship combined with the best hardening technology and beautiful modern design. The core, forged from resilient FC61 super steel, is protected by a stunning 48 layers of stainless steel. And Miyabi Kaizen II knives are as beautiful as they are functional. The blades’ gorgeous flower Damascus pattern is dramatically darkened through acid dipping. The double FRIODUR® icehardened blade makes for improved corrosion resistance and astonishing durability. Artisans handhone the blades using the venerable fourstep Honbazuke method. This fine attention to detail translates into a work of art that is the ultimate in precision cutting. The blade is balanced by a substantial Dshaped handle made of black pakkawood. Effortless to hold, the classic Japanese “D”shape handle offers a comfortable grip for stressfree cutting. This striking handle truly matches the caliber of the blade. Handcrafted in Seki, Japan, a city renowned for its highest quality cutlery production.