This Japanese Kyusakichi "Ko Hocho" Laminated Knife is a good shorter kitchen knife. The 4" (105 mm) long cutting edge & 1-1/4" (32 mm) wide blade is suitable for smaller slicing & cutting tasks. Laminated with high carbon and mild steel. Includes plastic sleeve for protection.   Made in Japan.,   Yoshida Hamono is a family-owned Japanese company with an age-long tradition in manufacturing state-of-the-art tools and Japanese swords (katanas) by hand. Yoshida Hamono has a great deal of experience forging ZDP-189 steel in the traditional manner. The company has a smaller workshop in the Japanese town of Seki. ,   Hardwick & Sons is pleased to offer quality tools from Japan for the many people who desire special & well-crafted tools. The wide variety of Japanese products that we offer come from the many craftsmen & toolmakers in Japan who have a special dedication to their skillful craft & art of toolmaking. Japanese Kyusakichi "Ko Hocho" Laminated Knife - 105 mm Blade