Hatsukokoro Ginrei Ginsanko Nashiji

The Ginrei collection proves that great Japanese knives don’t have to be complicated.
The blade features a traditional nashiji finish, whose subtle pear-skin texture was historically introduced by blacksmiths to visually connect classic carbon steels with newer stainless steels.

It’s not just tradition — the textured surface also hides the small scratches that naturally appear with regular use, allowing the knife to age gracefully in a working kitchen.
Paired with a refined ebony wa handle, the Ginrei series delivers exceptional price-to-performance in the world of Japanese knives.