Yu Kurosaki Kokusen Ei AS Gyuto 270mm - Blade Only

Hand-forged in Echizen, Japan, Yu Kurosaki’s knives are a blend of exceptional performance and unmistakable artistry. Each piece reflects his signature aesthetic — dramatic hammer patterns, luminous finishes, and effortless cutting feel. Kurosaki’s blades are known for their ultra-thin geometry, laser-like precision, and remarkable edge retention, achieved through meticulous heat treatment and his mastery of high-carbon stainless steels like SG2 and R2.

Whether it’s the striking Shizuku or Fujin series, every Kurosaki knife carries his bold, modern sensibility while staying rooted in Echizen’s centuries-old blacksmithing traditions. Light in hand, razor-sharp, and visually captivating — these are knives made to be used, admired, and passed down.

The Kokusen line of knife features a unique "X" tsuchime pattern made by a custom hammer from Kurosaki himself.

Aogami super core wit stainless cladding. Please keep dry.

Yu Kurosaki is no stranger to KNIFE. His constant search of perfection is evident in every new knife he creates.

Made by hand in Echizen, Japan.