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Who designs Shibata Koutetsu knives?

Takayuki Shibata. The raked tip is modeled on an ironclad warship's prow; the spine is polished for a pinch grip and the faces left slightly coarse so food releases. The design goal is kire aji — how the cut feels.

Reviewed by James Zhang · Last updated 21 July 2026

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