Yoshimi Kato Minamo SG2 Sujihiki 270mm

£325.00

Stunning looks, a superb grind and finish, Kato san's slicer is a high performance knife for making the smoothest and cleanest cuts in your meats.

Handle

Rosewood

Mono Ebony

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Product Code: KATO-022-##-1

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First Impressions

An extremely well finished knife with a quality flat grind and top class attention to detail.

Beauty

This is a real beauty, the tsuchime finish designed to mimic the waves on the surface of water run down to the shinogi line where the knife then boasts a clean polished finish down to the exposed SG2 core line.

Understated for sure but a real beauty up close.

In Hand

The minamo is a higher end line and as such, the small touches like the rounding of the spine and heel of the knife are all smoothly done and the finish is excellent making it very comfortable and well balanced as you might reasonably expect for such a knife.

Durability

The SG2 clad in stainless steel is a strong choice that balances edge retention and durability and will provide a great level of performance over many years use when honed and maintained correctly.

Ease of Care & Maintenance Tips

SG2 is a stainless steel and is easy to maintain and resharpen. Just follow our normal care instructions and this is a knife you will be using for many years.

Our Verdict

A stunning line from an excellent blacksmith and made with one of our favourite steels, the Minamo is a premium level knife but offers fit and finish to match and is certainly a quality choice if you're looking for a mix of subtle but detailed design and performance.

Knife Measurements - Yoshimi Kato Minamo SG2 Sujihiki 270mm

Blade Edge Length: 268mm / 10.55" (Measurement of the cutting edge)
Total Knife Length: 424mm / 16.69" (Blade tip to handle end)
Blade Height: 39mm / 1.54" (Heel to spine)
Blade Thickness: 2.15mm / 0.08" (Spine width above the heel) 2.1mm / 0.08" (Measured halfway along spine) 1.6mm / 0.06" (Measured 15mm from tip)
Total Weight: 160 grams / 5.64 oz

Range Specifications

Core Steel: SG2
Cladding Steel: Stainless
Hardness: 63 (HRC)
Handle Style: Japanese
Handle Material: Octagonal shitan wood with red pakka wood bolster
Left or Right handed: Either (Double Bevel)

Our aim is to measure and photograph our products as accurately as possible but due to many items being handmade, finished or using natural materials, there can be minor variance in measurements and finishes.

Some measurements such as HRC are provided by manufacturers and should therefore be used as a guide.

Meet the maker

Yoshimi Kato

Yoshimi Kato is a highly respected blacksmith based in Echizen, Fukui Prefecture, one of Japan’s oldest and most renowned knife-making regions. After taking over the workshop from his father-in-law, master craftsman Hiroshi Kato, he has continued to uphold a legacy of exceptional craftsmanship while developing his own distinct style and techniques.

Working from Takefu Knife Village, Kato produces knives that showcase his deep understanding of steel and his precise approach to forging and heat treatment. Each blade demonstrates his dedication to balance, performance and refined aesthetics, often featuring beautiful damascus patterns and polished finishes.

In addition to creating knives under his own name, Yoshimi Kato is also known for forging several popular lines for the Masakage brand. His work captures the essence of Echizen’s blacksmithing tradition — a blend of heritage, innovation and artistry admired by chefs and collectors worldwide.

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