You are reading a single comment by @bibimbap and its replies.
Click here to read the full conversation.
London Fixed Gear and Single-Speed is a community of predominantly fixed gear and single-speed cyclists in and around London, UK.
This site is supported almost exclusively by donations. Please consider donating a small amount regularly.
bibimbap
Rich_G
In japan, bought a knife in Kyoto :) went to two shops 1st one was called Shigeharu, great shop apparently the longest running blade smith in the town with a long history, unfortunately the owner wasnt there and the partner was reluctant to serve us and more interested in eating eggs and chatting to her friend still a great shop, think it was just my timing on the visit and my lack of Japanese language skill that hindered the process. would still recommend a visit to someone, 2nd shop Hayakawa Hamonoten, another great little shop, owner very friendly with his help and patience he helped me pick a knife in my budget and skill range, went for a santoku with carbon sandwiched in stainless, and the wife bought a usuba.
The owner was really nice patient and helpful advising on handle type for my hand and alao asking if I was a home cook \ chef. It was great my inability to speak Japanese didn't cause any problems.
Sharpening
Engraving, he asked us if we wanted my name on it but all I wanted the date he looked quite puzzeled with this as I guess most of the visitors get there name. But he was happy to do it.
The knife. Not fancy but felt great in the hand.
