Makoto Kurosaki - VG7 Damascus Tsuchime

Makoto Kurosaki’s VG7 Damascus Tsuchime range showcases the combination of skills he brings to the craft - a highly respected Echizen blacksmith based in the Takefu Knife Village with years of experience and an excellent reputation as a sharpener. His background gives him a deep, practical understanding of how steel behaves at every stage, from initial shaping to the final edge. This dual expertise means each knife is built with purpose: geometry that cuts efficiently, heat treatment that brings out the best in VG7 steel, and edges that perform well straight out of the box.

What also sets this range apart is Makoto’s eye for design and finishing quality. The multi-layered Damascus cladding and neatly executed tsuchime pattern aren’t simply decorative - they reflect precise hammer control and a commitment to detail that runs throughout his work. Handles, balance and overall fit-and-finish are approached with the same level of care, resulting in knives that look refined, feel comfortable in use and deliver reliable cutting performance day after day.