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Satoshi Nakagawa

Satoshi Nakagawa

Mr. Satoshi Nakagawa is widely regarded as one of the foremost bladesmiths of the modern era. Based in Sakai, Japan’s historic center of fine cutlery production, he has earned international recognition for the exceptional quality, performance, and craftsmanship of his forged blades.

Nakagawa began his career under the guidance of the legendary Kenichi Shiraki, one of Sakai’s most respected traditional bladesmiths. As Shiraki’s sole apprentice, he inherited a lineage of craftsmanship that has shaped generations of Japanese knife making. At the age of 30, Nakagawa was awarded the prestigious title of Traditional Craftsman, a distinction that reflected both his technical mastery and dedication to the craft.

Known for his expertise with both traditional carbon steels and modern high-performance alloys, Nakagawa combines time-honored forging methods with a relentless pursuit of excellence. His meticulous approach to forging and heat treatment produces blades prized for their cutting performance, durability, and refined character. Through his work, Nakagawa continues to uphold and advance Sakai’s enduring legacy as one of the world’s most respected centers of Japanese knife-making.

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  • Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #1 Damascus Kengata Gyuto 210mm Blade Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #1 Damascus Kengata Gyuto 210mm

    Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #1 Damascus Kengata Gyuto 210mm (8.2")

    SKU: 51084
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    Hand‑forged in Sakai, Osaka by master blacksmith Satoshi Nakagawa, each knife is a one‑of‑a‑kind piece, distinguished by subtle artisanal variation...

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  • Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #1 Damascus Kengata Gyuto 240mm Blade Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #1 Damascus Kengata Gyuto 240mm Sold out

    Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #1 Damascus Kengata Gyuto 240mm (9.4")

    SKU: 57446
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    Hand‑forged in Sakai, Osaka, by master blacksmith Satoshi Nakagawa, each knife is a one‑of‑a‑kind piece, distinguished by subtle artisanal variatio...

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  • Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #1 Damascus Kengata Gyuto 240mm (9.4") with Ebony Handle Engrave Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #1 Damascus Kengata Gyuto 240mm (9.4") with Ebony Handle Sold out

    Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #1 Damascus Kengata Gyuto 240mm (9.4") with Ebony Handle

    SKU: 12268
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    Hand‑forged in Sakai, Osaka by master blacksmith Satoshi Nakagawa, each knife is a one‑of‑a‑kind piece, distinguished by subtle artisanal variation...

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  • Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #1 Damascus Kengata Sujihiki 270mm Engrave Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #1 Damascus Kengata Sujihiki 270mm

    Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #1 Damascus Kengata Sujihiki 270mm (10.6")

    SKU: 56655
    $750.00 - $750.00
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    Specifications Brand: Ittosai Kotetsu Style: Sujihiki (Slicing Knife) Blade Length: 270mm (10.6") Weight: 6.0 oz (170g) Blade Height at Hee...

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  • Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #2 Kiritsuke Yanagi 300mm Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #2 Kiritsuke Yanagi 300mm Sold out

    Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #2 Kiritsuke Yanagi Kasumi 300mm (11.8")

    SKU: 11756
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    Specifications Brand: Ittosai Kotetsu Style: Yanagi (Sushi Knife) Length: 300mm (11.8") Weight: 8.2 oz (232g) Blade Height at Heel: 35.4mm ...

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  • Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #2 Kiritsuke Yanagi 270mm Back Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #2 Kiritsuke Yanagi 270mm Sold out

    Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #2 Kiritsuke Yanagi Kasumi Knife 270mm (10.6")

    SKU: 23623
    $380.00 - $380.00
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    Specifications Brand: Ittosai Kotetsu Style: Yanagi (Sushi Knife) Length: 270mm (10.6") Weight: 7.3 oz (207g) Blade Height at Heel: 34.2mm ...

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  • Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #2 Yanagi Kasumi 270mm Back Engrave Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #2 Yanagi Kasumi 270mm Sold out

    Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #2 Yanagi Kasumi 270mm (10.6")

    SKU: 41494
    $350.00 - $350.00
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    Specifications Brand: Ittosai Kotetsu Style: Yanagi (Sushi Knife) Length: 270mm (10.6") Weight: 7 oz (198g) Blade Height at Heel: 34mm (1.3...

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  • Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #2 Yanagi Kasumi 300mm Back Engrave Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #2 Yanagi Kasumi 300mm Sold out

    Ittosai Kotetsu Blue #2 Yanagi Kasumi 300mm (11.8")

    SKU: 41955
    $390.00 - $390.00
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    Specifications Brand: Ittosai Kotetsu Style: Yanagi (Sushi Knife) Length: 300mm (11.8") Weight: 8.2 oz (232g) Blade Height at Heel: 35.5mm ...

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  • Nenohi Blue #2 Kasumi Yanagi 300mm Engrave Nenohi Blue #2 Kasumi Yanagi 300mm Sold out

    Nenohi Blue #2 Kasumi Yanagi 300mm (11.8")

    SKU: 19463
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    This knife represents the new era of Nenohi, bringing together tradition, rising talent, and careful supervision under Nenohi philosophy.The blade ...

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  • Nenohi White #2 Kasumi Yanagi 300mm Engrave Nenohi White #2 Kasumi Yanagi 300mm Sold out

    Nenohi White #2 Kasumi Yanagi 300mm (11.8")

    SKU: 19458
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    This knife represents the new era of Nenohi, bringing together tradition, rising talent, and careful supervision under Nenohi philosophy. The blade...

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    Takada Ginsan Clad Suiboku Nakiri 180mm (7.1") with Rosewood handle

    SKU: 81566
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    Specifications Style : NakiriBlade Length : 180mm (7")Weight : 5.5 oz (156 g)Blade Steel Type : Ginsan Steel (Silver 3) Clad with Stainless 304Hand...

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    Takada Ginsan Suiboku Gyuto 240mm (9.4") with Ebony handle

    SKU: 815681
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    Specifications Style : Gyuto Blade Length : 240mm (9.4") Weight : oz ( g) Height at heel: Approximately 50mm Blade Steel Type : Ginsan Steel (Silv...

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    Takada Ginsan Suiboku Sujihiki 300mm (11.8") with Rosewood Handle

    SKU: 81970
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    Specifications • Style : Sujihiki (Slicing Knife) • Length : 300mm (11.8")• Blade Steel Type : Ginsan Steel (Silver 3) Clad with Stainless 304• Han...

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