This long kogatana from Hiroyuki Nagaike at Mikisyo spans the gap between a standard kogatana and a small utility knife. The extra length makes it useful for a broad range of cutting tasks: slicing, scoring, detailed prep work, and general-purpose cutting that a tiny kogatana would struggle with.
The blade is made from Blue #2 carbon steel in the traditional kogatana construction, ground to a single bevel edge for precision on the primary side. Nagaike-san is one of only two traditional kogatana blacksmiths still working in Miki City, and his craft has earned a serious following both in Japan and internationally.
Care Instructions: Blue #2 is a reactive carbon steel. Wipe and dry the blade after each use, avoid leaving moisture or acidic materials against the blade, and apply a light coat of camellia or food-safe oil before storage. Hand wash only.Business Name: Mikisyo
Location: Miki City, Japan
Blacksmith: Hiroyuki Nagaike
Edge Steel: Blue #2 Carbon Steel
Edge: Single Bevel, Right-Handed
Weight (sheathed): 2.9 oz (82 g)
Weight (unsheathed): 1.9 oz (56 g)
Blade Length: 130 mm
Total Length: 260 mm
Handle Length: 100 mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 3 mm
Blade Height at Base: 20 mm
The blade is made from Blue #2 carbon steel in the traditional kogatana construction, ground to a single bevel edge for precision on the primary side. Nagaike-san is one of only two traditional kogatana blacksmiths still working in Miki City, and his craft has earned a serious following both in Japan and internationally.
Care Instructions: Blue #2 is a reactive carbon steel. Wipe and dry the blade after each use, avoid leaving moisture or acidic materials against the blade, and apply a light coat of camellia or food-safe oil before storage. Hand wash only.
