Kawamura Hamono was founded in 1926 in Sakai. Kikumori is praised for their beautiful craftsmanship utilizing traditional techniques specific to their region. Sakai Kikumori Kikuzuki is made from Shirogami #2 steel core and cladded in iron. The geometry of the kurouchi series is all forged in by the blacksmith, leaving the top of the blade with a light nashiji pattern. The mono octagonal handle is Japanese lacquered Oak wood.
Weight: 178g
Height at heel: 46.7mm
Spine thickness above heel: 2.8mm
Edge length: 195mm