Nagomi Bread Knife

Mitsuboshi Cutlery Company’s—located in Seki, Japan, a city known for its cutlery-making history—exceptionally beautiful Nagomi knife line is a testament to the Seki community’s meticulous craftsmanship. Each Nagomi knife is made by multiple local artisans coming together to shepherd each blade through a rigorous five-step process: pressing, hardening, tempering and quenching, handle polishing and grinding. The resulting steel blade has an impressive hardness rating of 58, signifying superior edge retention and performance. And each knife’s handle is made from beautifully polished pakkawood, offering both style and comfort in every grip.

Need further proof that Mitsuboshi is dedicated to craftsmanship? To put their commitment to quality in action, the company produces only 20 knives a day, ensuring each one is built to last. This stunning bread knife is a pleasure to use for everything from crusty French baguettes to delicate sponge cakes, for even slices that won’t crush the interior crumb or damage the blade. We also use the serrated edge to slice eggplants or squash down the middle, then the pointed tip to score the vegetable’s flesh.