{"product_id":"couteau-kasumitogi-deba-300-mm-motif-maiko-et-fleur-de-cerisier-par-michiko-kubota","title":"Kasumitogi Deba Knife 300 mm, \"Maiko and Cherry Blossom\" motif by Michiko KUBOTA","description":"\u003cp\u003eMichiko Kubota is an artist and master engraver at the heart of the renowned Japanese knife forge Sakai Takayuki Knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe masterfully engraves personalised knives using her hand-engraving technique. If you know anything about personalised knives, you will realise how rare it is to find an artist of this calibre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand engraving is a work of art that creates unique shadows. Each knife is a unique piece. The Meikiri, which consists of engraving the brand name on the surface of the knife, is one of the standard tasks in a cutlery workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo do this, the master engraver uses a hammer and a specific chisel. The left hand holds the chisel, and the right hand strikes the hammer against it. The correct amount of force from both hands is important for creating the depth and beauty of the engraving; it depends on a number of factors such as the angle and holding pressure of the chisel and the force of the hammer blow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe motifs created by Kubota-san are inspired by traditional Japanese cultures and magnificent landscapes. Kanji is relatively easy to engrave, as it is largely composed of straight lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith practice, even a novice can achieve it. Hiragana, on the other hand, are much more difficult to engrave. As they consist of curved lines and a small number of strokes, it is very important to maintain the overall balance of the characters. In addition, it is necessary to apply the correct hand pressure so that the chisel moves smoothly. Beauty lies in the precision of quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngraving work is very demanding on the eyes and fingers. The meticulous work requires great concentration and attention. Dragon scales, tiger fur, fish bubbles, cherry blossom petals… Even a single hammer blow, when one looks at the work of art in its entirety, can radically change the perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NISHIKIDORI 2026","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54111423037773,"sku":"NISAH68-SDK","price":1341.67,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/6438\/8941\/files\/AH68-SDK-s.webp?v=1782139414","url":"https:\/\/www.nishikidori.com\/en\/products\/kasumitogi-deba-knife-300-mm-maiko-and-cherry-blossom-motif-by-michiko-kubota","provider":"Nishikidori","version":"1.0","type":"link"}