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 forged by master Yoshikazu Tanaka. The top of the blade is left with a natural Kurouchi finish from the blacksmith. The mono octagonal handle is Japanese lacquered Oak wood.
Weight: 184g
Height at heel: 57.9mm
Spine thickness above heel: 2.1mm
Edge length: 161mm