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The Japanese manufacturer Tojiro was not idle during the Covid-19 pandemic. In truth, strong domestic demand, which had reliably drained the vast majority of export capacity, gave him no chance to do so. All the more surprising are the two new products that are now hitting European market. Let's take a look at one of them.
Oboro is an expression describing something hazy, out of focus. This is exactly how the paintings painted in ink on washi paper look. It is a traditional way of painting with a brush. Washi paper is very absorbent and therefore the monochromatic contours of individual objects look mysteriously bleired. The legacy of this technique is found in the graceful handles of durable Micarta. Their slender teardrop shape and decent black and white combination look extremely elegant. Take them in your hand and they will rest just as elegantly in it.
The handle, fixed with a miniature mekugi pin, passes into a steel bolster. The blade "grows" smoothly from it. The latter cannot be described as anything other than an ethanol in its class. Typical Japanese San Mai construction. Core of proven VG-10 with Tojiro's typical decarbonization prevention and anti-corrosion milder steel on the sides . The result? A firm blade with excellent symmetrical edge retention, and when it comes down to it, it's a pleasure to sharpen it again. Add superior corrosion resistance and almost zero maintenance. Simple, practical, functional.
Despite the fact that the composition of the knives is simply ideal for home use, the individual knives are certainly not to be missed even by professionals. Just look at the material composition and all doubts go away. The collection is put together in such a way that you always have the right knife in your hand for all the most common tasks. The Petty with its 13.5cm blade will also stand in for a paring knife, the Utility is not only a great prep knife but its 16cm blade will be the clear choice for those to whom long steel presents too much respect. Of course, you will find the Santoku knife, which is most useful for vegetables, and you cannot miss the Gyuto main knife with its sympathetic 20 centimetres. Finally, the sometimes neglected but actually much-needed Pankiri bread knife with its 22 cm serrated blade has not been forgotten.
The knives not only work great, they look great too. Decent printing on the blades and stylish packaging only highlight their destiny to become a valuable gift.
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About producer
We have been watching the Tojiro brand for several years. We focused our attention not only on the kitchen knives themselves, but also on the history and background of the company, the scope of its assortment and the ability to repeatedly achieve the highest quality standards. Finally, after getting to know each other for a long time, we had the honor of representing the Tojiro brand in Slovakia.
There are several areas in Japan famous for the concentration of exceptional blacksmiths and grinders. Cities like Seki, Sakai, Takefu, Tsubame-Sanjo need no introduction to lovers of noble knives. And it is in the Tsubame-Sanjo area in Niigata Prefecture that Tojiro is based.
Tojiro is known above all for its strict adherence to proven techniques that have been passed down from generation to generation since the Edo period. It was the duty of every wealthy feudal lord to spend a certain amount of time in the capital city of Edo. It was a sign of respect for the ruling shogun. The feudal lords brought the best quality products from their regions to the shogun. Therefore, each of them employed the best craftsmen on their estate. Blacksmiths were of course no exception. Today, the shogun for a Japanese manufacturer is its customer. This explains the enormous care for quality that producers devote to their products.
Since the mere observance of tradition is not enough in today's competitive environment, Tojiro introduces new advanced procedures and technologies into its production. It is enough to mention the DP method, in which the manufacturer can prevent unwanted decarbonization at higher temperatures. The result is very hard and durable blades DP series kitchen knives. It may be safe to say that Tojiro represents a clear symbiosis of tradition and revolutionary techniques.
Nippon Knives has selected for you the most interesting from the Tojiro production program, not only in terms of quality but also in terms of price. The ratio of price to performance is a very strong point of the Tojiro company. See for yourself and enter the catalog of our products.
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