Morihei is a knife and whetstone supplier based in Asakusabashi, Tokyo with over 100 years of history. At one point, more than 20 groups of blacksmiths and sharpeners worked under the name Morihei. Famously known for its extensive collection of whetstones and natural stones, the president Mr. Akimitsu Oguro is also an advisor for natural stone researchers from various universities and government groups. To this day, Morihei is one of the few remaining companies in Japan that has maintained the relationship between its blacksmiths and stonemakers for this long.

The Hisamoto Hagane is a very old school, vintage style of knife whose rustic appearance dates back to the Meiji era when Japan opened its borders to the world and began incorporating Western design into their tools. Due to its full carbon steel construction, the blade takes an edge very easily and will develop patina very quickly, but it is easy to restore when needed. SK4 steel is commonly used as a tool steel but when hand forged for kitchen knives, boasts excellent hardening properties and can take on a very fine edge with sharpening. These workhorse knives are excellent for people who want to try carbon steel without breaking the bank.

Honesuki is a boning knife specifically designed for, but not limited to, processing poultry. The sturdy and pointy tip allows the user to be more precise and waste less, and the protruding heel means you can use it for separating cartilage with ease. If you are comfortable getting a whole chicken, or larger cuts of pork or lamb from the butcher to make it exactly how you want it, this is a great knife to have around.

Brand: Morihei 森平
Producing Area: Tokyo/ Japan
Profile: Honesuki Kaku
Size: 135mm
Steel Type: Carbon Steel
Steel: Mono SK High Carbon
Handle: Pakka Western
Total Length: 260mm
Edge Length: 137mm
Handle to Tip Length: 145mm
Blade Height: 37mm
Thickness: 2.5mm
Handle Length: 116mm
Weight: 156g
Hand Orientation: Right-Handed
Final Edge: Morihei 森平