• Japanese Knife Gyuto ZDP189
  • Japanese Knife Gyuto ZDP189
  • Japanese Knife Gyuto ZDP189
  • Handle-Ebony
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KIREAJI

ZDP189 Gyuto 240mm-Mirror Polished(both sides)

ZDP189 Gyuto 240mm-Mirror Polished(both sides)

$669.00 CAD
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<Type>
Gyuto
 -Double-edged blade
 -Mirror Polished: both sides

<Material>
 - Blade : ZDP189
 - Handle：Ebony & Buffalo horn

*This knife is made from a three-layer steel of ZDP189 and SUS420J2. Despite being three-layer steel, it has been thoroughly hardened, boasting a hardness comparable to honyaki knives. The core ZDP189 reaches HRC67, while the SUS layer is 62±1, making it extremely hard and difficult to sharpen. As a result, this knife is challenging for beginners to handle.

<Size & Weight>
 -Handle to tip length: 255㎜
 -Blade height: 37㎜
 -Thickness: 2.3㎜
 -Weight: 177g

<Brand name>
 Shiroyama (made in Sakai, Osaka)

Shipping & Returns

Shipping is free to the United States and Canada.
After receiving an order from the customer, the craftsmen in Sakai City attach a handle to the Japanese knife and, if requested, perform Honbazuke as well. Therefore, it takes approximately 2 to 4 weeks to deliver the product.
Please refer to our return policy.

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Traditional craftsmen working on this product

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Tadayoshi Yamatsuka

Master of Japanese Knife Mirror Polishing

  • Mr. Yamatsuka was recognized as a traditional craftsman in 2022.
  • Excelling in blade sharpening skills, especially for thin blades
  • Renowned in Sakai for his mirror polished technique on Japanese knives.

KIREAJI's Three Promises to You

  • 1. High-quality Japanese Knive

    KIREAJI offers high-quality knives crafted by skilled artisans from Sakai City. Utilizing traditional techniques and carefully selected materials, we achieve superior sharpness and durability.

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    2. Genuine Sharpness

    To ensure you experience sharpness, we provide a free Honbazuke by our skilled craftsmen.

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    3. Lifetime Knife Use

    Every knife comes with a free Saya(Sheath) for durability. We also provide paid after-sales services with Sakai City Japanese knife workshop.

  • Precautions

    1. If you wish to Honbazuke, please select "Yes" when ordering. (Free of charge)
    2. Each piece is handmade and therefore unique. Please consider the weight and length as approximate guidelines.
    3. As buffalo horn is a natural material, variations in color occur, and the product may not exactly match the photo.
    4. We pay close attention to our inventory, but in the rare case that an item is out of stock, we will notify you via email.

Features of ZDP189

  • Japanese knife made from ZDP189

    World-Class Hardness

    ZDP189 is a high-hardness stainless steel developed by Hitachi Metals. Due to its extreme hardness, it maintains sharpness for extended periods.

  • Japanese knife made from ZDP189

    Excellent Wear Resistance

    Thanks to its high hardness, ZDP189 exhibits superior wear resistance compared to conventional stainless steels, reducing the need for frequent sharpening.

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    Challenging to Handle

    ZDP189 is extremely hard, making it difficult to sharpen and unsuitable for beginners. Skilled technique is required for effective use.

Recommended Users for ZDP189

  1. Experienced Professional Chefs
    Ideal for busy professional kitchens where edge retention is crucial, as the blade maintains its sharpness even after extended use. The sustained precision cutting is a significant advantage in demanding culinary environments.
  2. Knife Enthusiasts with Advanced Sharpening Skills
    Due to the difficulty in sharpening ZDP189, it is best suited for users with advanced sharpening techniques. For enthusiasts pursuing the ultimate in cutting performance, this material represents an ideal choice.
  3. Experts Seeking Minimal Maintenance
    The superior wear resistance means less frequent resharpening is required, maintaining a keen edge over extended periods. This makes it perfect for users who prioritize long-term performance.
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Daily Care of Japanese Knives

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The Origin of Craftsmanship

  • The true advantage of our division of labor system lies in how it concentrates the highest level of expertise from each craftsman into a single product.

  • Each specialist in our craft pours decades of focused dedication into their specific role. Like a master orchestra where every musician has perfected their instrument, our system allows each craftsman to dive deep into their specialty, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in their particular craft. The blade forger knows exactly how the steel should sing under the hammer, the sharpener understands precisely how light should reflect off a perfect edge, and the handle maker can feel the perfect balance in their bones.

  • This specialization creates something remarkable: a knife that carries within it multiple lifetimes of expertise. When a blacksmith spends thirty years focusing solely on forging, they discover subtleties that would be impossible to notice if they were dividing their attention across all aspects of knifemaking. The same is true for every other specialist in our chain of creation.

  • Think of it like this: rather than having one person be good at everything, we have several masters who are exceptional at one thing. The result? A blade that represents the pinnacle of what's possible in each aspect of its creation. When these individually perfected elements come together, they create something truly extraordinary—a knife that's not just a tool, but a testament to the power of focused mastery.

  • This is why our knives carry a quality that can't be replicated by any other method. Each one is a collaboration of excellence, a meeting point of multiple masters' lifelong journeys toward perfection.