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The resilient core of VG10 super steel is protected by a stunning 64-layer flower Damascus pattern. The CRYODUR blades feature exceptional sharpness and durability thanks to their innovative, ice hardening treatment. Then, artisans hand-hone the blades with the historic Honbazuke method. This attention to detail translates into precision cutting for MIYABI Kaizen users. The blade is balanced by a refined D-shaped handle made of black linen Micarta. With a wood-like texture, the comfortable handle won't slip from your hand and acts as a moisture repellant. Handcrafted in Seki, Japan. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\\\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0;margin:0;padding:0;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/55294eb8-4aa5-4788-9b67-639d6b4f2fc2.__CR0,7,2001,1238_PT0_SX970_V1___.jpg\\\" style=\\\"flex:1 1 auto;min-width:120px;max-width:100%;height:auto;object-fit:contain;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;display:block;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/d9553ecc-9819-499f-baa0-110c580f2052.__CR0,0,2000,2000_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\\\" style=\\\"flex:1 1 auto;min-width:120px;max-width:100%;height:auto;object-fit:contain;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;display:block;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch5\u003eMADE IN JAPAN\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted in Seki, Japan, MIYABI Kaizen knives boast unsurpassed performance, razor-sharp blades, and an elegant design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/ce01a5e7-a328-430e-88ae-2ff91d9e7b4e.__CR0,0,2000,2000_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSUPERIOR STEEL\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe resilient core of VG10 super steel creates a razor-sharp blade that is both beautiful and functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/09f0249d-f5d1-46e9-b249-c1bf783d5335.__CR0,0,2000,2000_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSTUNNING DAMASCUS DESIGN\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeneath its beautiful exterior, the 64-layer flower Damascus pattern provides exceptional durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/478a7661-7829-4c9d-9cbc-adaa218cf833.__CR0,0,2000,2000_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eAUTHENTIC JAPANESE BLADE\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe authentic, thin Japanese blade profile and full tang construction provides perfect balance and cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/20d3dea5-a4c0-42c2-b2b9-7957dd2931c6.__CR0,0,2000,2000_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSCALPEL-LIKE SHARPNESS\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hand-honed Honbazuke blade boasts scalpel-like sharpness. The ice-hardened CRYODUR blade offers exceptional corrosion resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/15029638-fb7d-4f7d-a67b-5288c1d39350.__CR0,0,2000,2000_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eUNIQUE HANDLE\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eComfortable D-shaped handle made of black linen Micarta won\u0026#039;t slip from your hand and acts as a moisture repellant.\u003c\/p\u003e\",\"42667281907783\":\"\u003ch4\u003eAbout This Item\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul class=\\\"about-this-item\\\"\u003e\u003cli\u003eVG10 super steel\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAuthentic thin Japanese blade profile\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHand-honed using the three-step Honbazuke process to a 9.5 to 12 degree edge\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eCRYODUR blade, ice-hardened to Rockwell 60\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e65-layer flower Damascus design with katana edge\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTraditional Japanese D-shaped black linen Micarta handle\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted in Seki, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable class=\\\"product-overview\\\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eHigh Carbon Stainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMIYABI\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBlack with Red Accent\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMicarta\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eBlade Edge\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePlain\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv class=\\\"product-desc\\\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e MIYABI strives for perfection with Kaizen — Japanese for \\\"improvement\\\" or \\\"change for the better.\\\" This line of knives combines the best hardening technology with the artistry of traditional Japanese craftsmanship. The resilient core of VG10 super steel is protected by a stunning 64-layer flower Damascus pattern. The CRYODUR blades feature exceptional sharpness and durability thanks to their innovative, ice hardening treatment. Then, artisans hand-hone the blades with the historic Honbazuke method. This attention to detail translates into precision cutting for MIYABI Kaizen users. The blade is balanced by a refined D-shaped handle made of black linen Micarta. With a wood-like texture, the comfortable handle won't slip from your hand and acts as a moisture repellant. 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