TOJIRO OURAN

Tojiro has long established itself among the premium manufacturers of Japanese knives. In addition to its high-quality production facilities, it also excels with its sophisticated administration. What is particularly nice is that it has introduced a system of minimum retail prices. So if you come across a lower price than at other authorized Tojiro brand dealers, pay close attention. It is most likely a fake.

Tojiro frequently innovates its wide range of products. An example of this effort is the new line of knives called Ouran, which will gradually replace the Shippu series. The term Ouran is used to 

describe the phenomenon when the flowers of a blooming sakura elegantly sway in the wind. Just like the beautiful ripples of a Damascus blade set in cherry wood. There are 63 ripples (Petty 37) and they are created by interlacing harder and softer steel. 31 layers on each side of the super hard core. This is formed by a layer of VG10 cobalt steel from Takefu Special Steel. In addition to its hardness (61 HRC), this steel stands out for its resistance to corrosion, decent strength and still good sharpenability. Thanks to the aforementioned hardness, the symmetrical "V"-shaped blade does not need to be sharpened often. The half tang construction gives the knives the necessary lightness and maneuverability. The oval handles are made of cherry wood with a distinctive pattern and warm shade. They give the knives simplicity and functionality. A black resin ring strengthens the connection between the blade and the handle.

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