{"product_id":"kurosaki-senko-閃光-sg2-r2-santoku-165mm-ai-tenmoku-handle-saya","title":"Kurosaki Senko (閃光) Ei SG2 Santoku 165mm Ai Tenmoku Handle \u0026 Saya","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"448\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"59\"\u003eKurosaki Senko (閃光) Ei SG2 Santoku 165mm Ai Tenmoku\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking fusion of master blacksmithing and traditional Japanese artistry. Forged by Yu Kurosaki in Echizen, the blade features an SG2 powdered steel core, delivering exceptional edge retention, fine sharpness, and long-lasting performance suited for top professional use. The Senko (“flash”) tsuchime finish reflects light beautifully, enhancing both food release and visual impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"450\" data-end=\"955\"\u003eWhat truly distinguishes this Ai Tenmoku edition is its extraordinary handle and matching saya. Crafted from natural wood, they are carefully dyed using \u003cem data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"612\"\u003eAi-zome\u003c\/em\u003e—a traditional Japanese indigo dyeing method performed by skilled artisans. The process carries a high yield loss, making each finished blue piece rare and highly valuable. Additional techniques such as \u003cem data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"826\"\u003eKanshitsu\u003c\/em\u003e (traditional Urushi lacquering) and \u003cem data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"872\"\u003eTenmoku\u003c\/em\u003e—inspired by classical Japanese pottery glazing—add depth, texture, and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"1141\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eHistorically known as “Japan Blue” during the Meiji era, Ai indigo symbolizes Japan’s cultural identity, making this knife both a high-performance tool and a refined collector’s piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kurosaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47435044323549,"sku":"KURO_SGSK_SA165-TMK","price":18894.0,"currency_code":"TWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/7227\/0217\/files\/DSC_2081_0649aee1-daae-4e25-b3a2-cb4d59c6d9d1.jpg?v=1771394119","url":"https:\/\/www.knivesandstones.com.tw\/en\/products\/kurosaki-senko-%e9%96%83%e5%85%89-sg2-r2-santoku-165mm-ai-tenmoku-handle-saya","provider":"Knives and Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}