Morimoto

Artisan spécialisé dans la gravure à la main et le polissage Kasumi (polissage brumeux)

Sakai City, Osaka

Artisan de la ville de Sakai, dans la préfecture d’Osaka, avec plus de 28 ans d’expérience. Issu d’une famille de trois générations d’artisans spécialisés dans l’affûtage des lames, Morimoto perpétue le savoir-faire familial. Son fils, Motonari Morimoto, se forme actuellement à ses côtés et perfectionne avec assiduité les techniques d’affûtage préliminaire.

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“As I kept training and improving my skills, I gradually came to believe that I could make knives that sell. I think that belief is what’s kept me going.”

About Morimoto Knives

This collection features a variety of knife types, including the Koyanagi, Petty, and Santoku, each designed for specific culinary tasks. Each knife in the Morimoto Craftsman Collection is a testament to Genki Morimoto's dedication to his craft, requiring meticulous attention to detail and time-honored techniques to complete. Finishes like Kasumi and Kurouchi enhance the aesthetic appeal, while handles made from materials like buffalo ebony and black Ishime Urushi provide a comfortable and durable grip.

What are Morimoto Knives made of?

The blades are crafted from high-quality steels such as White Steel #2 (Shirogami #2) and Silver Steel #3, known for their exceptional sharpness and edge retention. Shirogami #2 (White Steel #2) is typically hardened to a Rockwell hardness (HRC) of 61-62, offering exceptional sharpness, ease of sharpening, and reliable edge retention. In contrast, Silver Steel #3 is usually hardened to an HRC of 60-61, providing excellent corrosion resistance alongside a balanced combination of sharpness, toughness, and durability.